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I( i« the mo»t Coiiiritrinbl.* Shoe in:Kic. 

It i-odihinc* Cnnir.irt. Sl^le and l)ur.ibilitv. 

It require* N'o Urcakin-4*Iii. 

Il i« Ka\v when vou fir*! put it on 

It i* an llonckt Shoe »olJ at a fair price 

It i» made of the Hest of Stock and Warranted. 

Il i» •old bv the inaWer% nirrcl to Ikr Con- 
tmmf , at OmI* O.ir luiir /'ro.if. thereby vaviii-^' 
to the piirili.ixer All iHtfruiediittf Profif*, 
whiili are nude on nhne^ M>ld in the old way. 

It i* because the makern of The Crawford 
Slioc- nre the onlv part e^ in thiii country who 
ha»p r^cT attiMnjileil lo do a retail hiisitu-ss on 
thr merit- of their own »hocN K.\'C/A^S/\'E- 
Lf. ni^in-r the ron>umcr vi First-cliiss Skor 
at a /.rtO" I'ritt. 

It i» because the maker* of The Crawford 
SiKie haye So liflail Shoe Dralrn to I'rotfct, 
a* llicy sell their entire prodnrtiori through 
their OHM Crawfurd Shoe Stores. 

It it the fir-t altemnt made bv any manufac- 
turer of (Jentleinen'o V'ine Shoes to sell direct to 
Uf «on«uincrlhcir entire production at 0\/i 
rifOh'l r 

These Shoes can Only be obtained 

AT OVW 

CRAWFORD 
SHOE STORES. 



REMARKS WE HEAR 
CONCERNING OUR 

(IU»i«KD SHOH. 

•'Th'* Mo>t Comfortiibh Shof I ever wore." 
*'Etifier thin "hoe* I haye hail maile for me." 
"Ctim'/ C/mi/trrstamit how yei i do il." 
".Vo A/orf SJ2 Shoe* for in " 
"llo|>e vou will keep vour Craxvfitnl Skoe 

up lo il» present f/it^k Sf.imliirtl" 

" W'lmliin't Hax'f lirtif'.-fil I wotiUI ever 

have worn a ^hoe cosliny only $4 " 

"\\\ frieniU wcarini; your Crawford .^Aoe 

itl sfu-ak «)f it in the llii;hi%t Terms." 
"How do vou sell so tfOf>d a shoe For 

OhIv Sir ' 

'•Wouldn't sell my Craivford Skot% for $10 
if I could not buy another pair like thcin." 

"I lave never had a M -iin-iit's Discomfort 
from \o\xT shoe since I first put il on." 

".'\re you s.-llim; the Cranfortl Skoe at lost 
to introduce it .'" 

'"Do vou intenti to Atl:-(i»ce thi- /'rice on 
your Crawf -rd Shoe after establishing a de- 
mand for il.'" 

••Can vou do a Prnfitublc /iutiMi<s on the 
Crawf >rd S oc alone.'" 
, '•Po you iman lo say that even your $3 SAors 
are matle of the /imt Stoci- vhm cum biivf" 

'•J low can xousi'il your /A««»/ Srivcd Skot-s 
at the san^c price of a machine made shoe.'" 

•I never want any shr>e luit TAr (' rnivfurd" 

'•I have always had t'onble in lirrnkitit^-iii 
a shoe. Your Crawford Shoe requires no 
breakinij-in. 

"Since wearinij your Crawford SAor.< my 
Cornf have all ili»nppeared. 

"I have never b -fore had a shoe fit my foot, 
unless it was made to order." 

'•I always take an extra pair of C rawford 
SA>e< when ^oins; on a jiMirney " 

'I finil a ntvv pair of Craz: ford SAofs as 
.is» as tlij oKI ones I take o(T " 

•'All mv friends wearinvj the Crawford SAor 
l>raise il " 

•'Kverv one I find weaiini; your Crawford 
Sliiie sfcins t'> I J )k uiKin your tirm as I'lihlic 
Henefactom." 



Gil Wishini^ton Street, Boston. 45 Green Street, - - Boston. 
Und'T Unitt'i State. Hotel, Boston. 21G4VVashini;ton Street, Roxbury. 



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Boston. 56 Main Street, - Charlestown. 



BOUVt, CRAWFORD S CO., ^AAKERS, 



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we Never buy job lots or cheap goods to advertise prices but we sell 
reliable goods at LOWER PRICES THAN ANY OTHER STORE IN TOWN, 
and we have the Largest and Best Assortment of 

Carpets, Parlor Stoves, Ranges, Chamber Sets, 

Bedding, Parlor Sets, Toilet Sets, Dinner and 
Tea Sets, Kitchen Ware of all Kinds, 

LACE DRAPERIES, RUGS, PICTURES, PIANOS, 
And Various other Goods too Numerous to Mention. 



Ferdinand's Mammoth Blue Store. 

2260 Washington St., Boston. 



E. E. RICHARDS, 

75 Warren Street. - - BOSTON HIGHLANDS. 

rilK I.Vi:<iKST I.I.ST OK 

jiouses, gtores, piats and I'eiieinents 

TO be: found in x he: city. 

I N S U R A X C E 

.\K<-iny foriiiily Fir-l-< liiK* < oiii|iiiiil<>. 

*-P APE R HANGINGS.* 

3(t.(MMl Kill I^ \ I THi; l,<)\\ l>r ||;|( j>. 



DOWN TOWN OFFICE 

No. 266 Washington, Corner of Water Street. 



E. E. & H. N. RICHARDS, 

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Particular attention given to Real Es^tc at South End. Back Bay. 

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Mortgages Negotiated and Insiirance Effected. 

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The name of Boston calls up numerous and interesting suggestions in 
every part of the country. Though there are other cities much larger., 
none has exercised a broader influence or gained a more lasting and deserved 
fame. In respect to historical associations and memorials., it can he justly 
said that no other place in this country is so rich and honored. To 
adequately represent the vast field here presented., rvould he a herculean 
task., ivhich no single • work, however large., could hope to accomplish. It 
has been our aim to ijresent the most interesting features of five of the 
prominent sections of the Huh — the Back-Bay., representing the accumulated 
wealth and social elite of the city., the South End., the Highlands., and 
the outlying and delightful districts of Dorchester and Jamaica Plain. 
The large and valuable business interests have also been carefully studied 
and represented as fully as possible., and we take pleasure in presenting 
them hereivith to all lovers of this beautiful and justly celebrated city. 

THE PUBLISHERS. 



Introduction to Business Notices. 



In the following pages will he found brief notices of the j^jnwc22:)aZ 
Business firms of the sections under revieiv. While the majority are old 
established houses and leaders in every sense of the ivord^ we have men- 
tioned others 'who, though recently established^ are^ through their enterprise 
and ability, deserving of notice. Abundant evidences of the energy and 
talent for which Bostonians are so distinguished have been met ivith in 
every dep>artment of commercial., professional arid social life. We com- 

mend these firms as a whole, to the favorable attention of all into whose 
hands this volume may fall, believing that they well represent the business 

interests of this section. 

THE PUBLISHERS. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



INDEX TO NOTICES. 



BAK£RS AND CONFKCTIONERS. 

PAGE 

Blunt, Haivey "^1 

Chace & Co 87 

Dunbar, F. X S5 

Davis, M. L. Mrs 190 

Ern8t,L 221 

Goodnow, J. \V 218 

Hatch, M. A 37 

Hart, Joseph A ^2 

Hickie, D. J SO 

Hausman & Cook 192 

Keller, A 48 

Keith & Hastings 164 

Lang, J. P 161 

Martin, George E 60 

Marble, E. F. Mrs 67 

McDonald, M. L. Mrs 88 

Patch & Clark 86 

Pennie, J 166 

Rich, Frederick L 197 

Rutledge, Charles A 20G 

Seller, H. .J 1''6 

Whitney, J. B. jr "4 

Young, C. L 44 

BELL HANGERS AND LOCKSMITHS. 

Blackwood, Alex 180 

Pierce, Charles 122 

Sheffield, W. H <>-"> 

Woodward, J - l'i2 



BOOTS AND SHOES. 



Apple ton , Samuel 

Bouve, Crawford & Co . 

Chaplin, C. C 

Chaplin, Frank P 

Day & Gould 

Emmons, James N. W. 

Howard, J. B 

Howe, Alfred H 

McLean, Charles 

Mooar, C. T 

Mooar, O. G 

Rooney, William 

Wright, E. W 



■AGE 

123 

155 

.35 

59 

172 

176 

187 

19.3 

, 62 

. 174 

. 1.53 

. 219 

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BOOKS, STATIONERY AND PERIODICALS. 

Bates, Amos E 4^ 

Barton, A. W 165 

Babb, E. Miss 19" 

Cox, CM. & J. W 122 

Gate, F.S 196 

McDorraand, E. Miss 196 

60 

39 

73 



Nelson, J. U 

Ochs, C. A. & Co 
Osgood, M. E 



Ridler, C. E 123 



Stacey, G. W... 
Woodruflf, John. 
Weston, H. G. 



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61 



Williams, Nicholas M. (Catholic) "6 



Walker, J. B. 



170 



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INDEX. 



CARPENTERS, MASONS AND BUILDERS. 

PAGE 

Ballantyne, W 176 

Boardman, Wm. H. (stair builder) G5 

Butteifield, B. H 58 

Burke Brothers.- 207 

Brackett, G. A. & S. W. (jobbing) 19.j 

Colcord, B. F. & Co 70 

Fuller, C. C 197 

Lanfair, L. H 44 

Murphy, Stephen 83 

Oliver, John 165 

Soderbery, G. R 151 

Shaw, J. P 222 

Vallee, Francis 1.57 

White. George H 62 

CLOTHING AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS. 

Norfolk Clothing Store (Snow & Merrick). . 187 

Kiley, J. H. (Rugby) 177 

Roxbury Clothing Co. (S. C. Hadley) ISO 

Rosenkranz. 1 182 

COAL ANI> WOOD. 

Adams, J. E. & Co 40 

Bradford, J. A. & Co .50 

Davis, E. S 211 

Langley, F. A. & Co 91 

Morse. R. G. & Co 59 

DRUGGISTS. 

Adams, X 179 

Bartlett, Charles A 35 

Blake, George W 36 

Benedict, John G 40 

Barteaux, F. A 56 

Babo, Eugene 167 

Bartlet, Wra. W 1.50 

Bolster, George A 156 

Buruham, A. A. jr 1.58 

Brooks, George P 208 

Colton, J. I) 58 

Copley, A. H 209 

K;.yrs. Albert H. & Co 218 

Fairfield, William H 93 

Folger, W. S. et Co 44 

Gale, Stephen 47 

Gilson. A. P 67 

Godding, J. G. <fe Co 116 

Highland Drug Store (N. Adams) 179 

Hadcock, Henry L I(i2 

Knonlton, J. I) 49 

Kraushaar, E. G. W 22^ 

Leach, Edwin T , 51 

Mclntire, Martin .1 .59 

Mott Walter (free dispensary) 170 

Mowry, A. D. & Co l.-)7 

Marcy, A. D 210 



DRUGGISTS — Continued. 

PAGE 

Neilson, Herbert 54 

Otis, Edward F 191 

Paine, Newell 172 

Rogers. C. B 220 

Sheppard, S. A. D. & Co 34 

Smith, Edward K 39 

Siegemund, C. A 84 

Sweet, Wm. L 192 

Tower, Walter S 178 

Whitney, .Justin & Co 44 

Woodruff, Galen 48 

Webster, S. & Co 63 

Woodbury, F. B 166 

Whitcomb, F. L 175 

DRY AND FANCY GOODS AND MILLINERY. 

Anderson, J. A 170 

Aiken, E. S. Mrs 161 

Ferguson & Co 166 

Farwell, M. F 208 

Gillett, J. E 37 

Gaul, W. Mrs 158 

Hurd, W. J 41 

Howard, B. E 181 

Hatch, C. R 156 

Kerr, A. M. Miss. 163 

Kerr, M 169 

Lithbridge, M. M 88 

Lovell, Charles B 36 

Lougee, G. H. & Co 58 

Mulliken, E. M. Mrs 78 

Mendum, T. M. Mrs S3 

Newton, M. A G6 

Newell, J. M 120 

Parker, H. F. Miss 120 

Randall, C, W 55 

Riley, K. E, Miss ISO 

Shedd, E. S. Mrs 54 

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES. 

Babb, E. Miss 197 

FRUITS, CONFECTIONERY AND CIGARS. 

Barton. A. W 165 

Coney, S. F 40 

Friedlander, S 71 

Hayes, C. M. Mrs 194 

McDormand, E. Miss 196 

FLORISTS. 

Curley, .John J 173 

Delay, James 122 

Norton Brothers 123 

O'Brien, James 184 

Rough, James 56 

Severy, S 38 



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FURNITURE, ETC. 

PAGE 

Beard, Edward ]90 

Bakeman, George R. & Co 162 

Ferdinand, Frank 150 

Goldthvvait, W. F. & Co 3S 

Lamb, E. T 6S 

Margeson, R. S 151 

Smith Brothers 01 

Thompson, E 70 

FISH AND OYSTERS. 

Burrows, H. J 210 

Curley, James F 168 

Cx'osby, Thomas 191 

Clark, R. F. & Co 94 

Dow, George F 44 

Freeman, J. E 60 

Haskard, F. P 73 

Hopkins, S. C S3 

Isaacs, S 183 

Jones, W. W 47 

Johnson, S. C 54 

Lambert, G. E 42 

Litchfield, H. S SO 

Xewcomb, W. W 45 

Nason, Samuel C 185 

O'Brien Brothers 118 

Spear, A 57 

Sweet, L. K 60 

Smith, J. & Son 70 

Shine, H. J. ^t- W. J 186 

GROCERS AND PROVISION DEALERS. 

Addison, Richard «73 

Adams, Charles A 86 

Agry, William H 123 

Andrews, G. W. & Co 181 

Ames Brothers 185 

Ansart, B. F 174 

Allbright, H. G 205 

Anderson, William 221 

Banks & Harriman 41 

Burghard, Charles 222 

Bradford, A. W 174 

Boleman. Thos. F 192 

Bradford, H 170 

Bonney, W. A 178 

Barnard, E. G 58 

Barnes. Walter G 62 

Berry, George A 80 

Chase, Charles H 82 

Clark, R. F. & Co 94 

Clemeut, W. H 92 

Centennial American Tea Co 155 

Crosby, E. B 45 



GROCERS AND PROVISION DEALERS. 

Continued. 

PAGE 

Dow, George F 44 

Dowell, F. H. .fe W. F 47 

Duffield & Davis 54 

Decatur, Thos. (People's Cold Blast Market) 216 

Drew, Cephas 164 

Davenport, H. A 182 

Dudley Market (Jas. F. Wise) 178 

i Davis, G. F 71 

I Edwards, P. & Son 117 

Eldredge, F. S 189 

; Everett, D. H 152 

Fox Brothers 48 

Faunce, C. B 167 

Gleason, Wm. H 88 

Greene & Stevens 183 

Goff & Randall 164 

Griswold, M. M 206 

Gould ct Co 207 

Ganter, Frank & Co 223 

Hunting, H. R 184 

Hannon Brothers 171 

Rowland, C. C 88 

Haines ife Murphy 120 

Johnson, J. P 56 

Jewett, George F 55 

Johnson, J. F 41 

Jordan, E. W 210 

Jacques, Geo. E 66 

Kempton, J. B 67 

Knowles, W. S 189 

Krug ife Beck (sausages) 171 

Kingsley, J. C. (Cunard Market) 195 

Keezer, D 219 

Kittredge, S. F 48 

Krira, Philip 52 

Lamson Brothers 52 

Lambert, G. E 42 

Littig, Andrew 196 

Lowe, F. O 174 

Lowe, E. R. (Essex Market) 170 

Lord, J. H. & Co 191 

Lord, F. C. & Co 124 

Long & Keeler 63 

Mitten Brothers 61 

Moulton, E 84 

McDonald, M. L. Mrs 88 

Macdonald, I). B 183 

Morse, William W 163 

McGlanflin, H. G 165 

Mitchell, Thomas J 169 

May, J. J 156 

Morse, L. W. & H. F 160 

Moore, J. B 217 

MacCorry, Chas. E. S 34 

Mayo, W. C 53 



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INDEX. 



GROCERS AND PROVISION DEALERS. 

Contiiiiied. 

PAGE 

Nelson, Eujjene B 34 

Nicholson, A 173 

Newton, John F IHO 

Newcomb & Fiost 121 

Oakes, Geo. A 05 

Powers, John T 45 

Pearson, G. H 158 

Putnam, Nelson S 190 

Ryder, C. C 61 

Ptisteen, F. S. & Co OS 

Kussell, J. C 09 

Rollins, Geo. E 87 

Ryder, John H 189 

Robinson, E. »fe Co 159 

Richardson, A. M 193 

Reynolds, E 211 

Rice. James P 39 

Spear, A 57 

Swan, W. A 210 

Strout, S. .S 1G3 

Sturdivant Brothers S3 

Stevenson & Co So 

Sweet, L. K 00 

Smith, S. C 78 

Stone, C. H. & Co SO 

Toothaker, Charles F 74 

Tighe c^- Burke '. . 119 

Towle. Henry & Co 190 

Towle, J. A 50 

Upham, A.N 35 

Upham, J. H. & Co 206 

Wilson, S. E. & Co 76 

Wise, James F 178 

Woolley, Chas. B OS 

Woodbridije, J. B 88 

Worster, C. B. & Co 122 

Woods, E. I) 172 

Williams, F. J 1.52 

Yerxa, E. J. & Co 91 

HATSi, CAPS AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS. 

Barta, W. J 194 

Ferguson & Co 106 

Jones, D. L 192 

Reed, AV. N 82 

Tannatt, W. C 78 

HARNESS, TRUNKS, ETC. 

Atkinson, Charles .39 

Curry, M. C. & Co 125 

Dolan, Thomas F 175 

Hanlon, J. W 96 

Miller & Fiske 76 

Mackay, Kenneth 10!) 

Robinson, T. W 220 

Smith, II. B 181 



HARDWARE DEALERS. PAGE 

Chamberlin, C. E 168 

Gardner, A. M 96 

Iloran Brothers 56 

Hunter. J. B. it Co 66 

Nichols, Charles H 219 

Woodward, J 172 

White, Cyrus & Co 217 

INSIRANCE AND REAL ESTATE. 

Gate, Martin L. & Co 153 

Foss, Edwin P 33 

Harris, Henry S 53 

Herthel, F. J. jr 106 

Keene, S. W. & Son ...161 

Learned, F. M 38 

Newton, John F. jr 194 

Richards. E. E 159 

JEWELRY AND OPTICAL GOODS. 

Barton, William 159 

Fairbanks, E. H 219 

L'Heureiix, S. H 154 

Mumford, C. A 64 

Tizley, James 164 

West, Forrest L 42 

LIVERY, BOARDING AND SALE STABLES. 

Aldrich, J.H 165 

Allard, Isaac II 207 

Bryant, Parker 187 

Chappell, C. H S2 

Cassidy, J. B. & Brother 168 

Conklin. E. D 169 

Draper, Horace 79 

Hall, Lewis 209 

Healey, J. H. & Co 70 

Kenny & Clark 118 

Merrill, B. B 51 

McDowell, J. F 81 

May, John H • 86 

Papineau, A 222 

Rogers, J. Austin 178 

Smith, H. D 72 

Spofford. S. W. (St. James' Stable) 65 

Wood, Daniel 85 

LAUNDRIES AND DTE-HOUSES. 

Daloz, L. H. (dyeing and cleansing) 224 

Glen Laundry (S. K. Poore) 194 

Griffith's Steam Laundry 149 

Sargent's Steam Laundry 69 

MANUFACTURERS. 

Ash, George H. & Co. (pianos) 156 

Carter, Dinsmore ct Co. (inks) 84 

Chandler Water Motor Co 95 

Reece Button Hole Machine Co., The 81 

Rock tfe Forrest (copper, iron and zinc work) 85 

lloxbury Novelty Works (O. J. Jordan),... 196 

Woodberry ct Harris (church organs) 94 



INDEX. 



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3IISCEL,LANEOUS. 

PAGE 

Appleton, Samuel (ngeucy for Dr. Pray, 

chiropodist and manicure) 123 

Allen Gymnasium, The 119 

Ball, Willard D. (dentist) 37 

Blair Camera Co., The 46 

Back Bay, Glimpses of the 97 

Boston Highlands, History of 126 

Cutter, W. B. (doors, windows, etc.) 182 

Chase Refrigeratiuft- Co 17,5 

Coughlau, F. G. & Co. (marble, etc.) 63 

Cuddihy, .John J. (stone and drain pipe). . . 66 

Conlan, P. T. (wood carver) 78 

Chace & Co. (billiard hall) 87 

Cotton, Geo. H. (Belmont Spring Water). . . 116 

Clarendon Hotel (F. S. Risteen) 74 

Curtis ife Pope (lumber) 51 

Cycioraraa ( Battle of Bunker Hill) Ir, 

Cyclorama (Battle of Gettysburg) 77 

Dakiu, Chas. L. (engravings, etc.) 37 

Delaney, J. J. & Co. (monumental works). . 87 

Dorchester, Histoiical Sketch of 198 

Eayrs, Albert H. & Co. (surgical bandages) 218 

Emond «fe Quinsler (fine carriages) ISS 

Jamaica Plain, History of 212 

Keefe. J. (express, and furniture mover)... . 120 

Kyle, P. (sculptor in stone and wood) 57 

Lovesy, Henry (rustic work) 223 

McCormack, D. F, (horseshoer) 209 

Mulrey, T. D. (marble and granite) 186 

McPherson, W, J. (decorative stained glass) 72 

McCaflferty, J. H. & Son (brass founders).. . 92 

Macfarlane, F. J. (dentist) 154 

New England Conservatory of Music, The.. 90 

Newman, A. W. (carriage maker) 117 

Norfolk Billiard Hall ( E. B. Wood) 150 

Reed, E. V. R. (crayon artist) 52 

Reed"s Block (general manufacturing) 93 

Ryder, Gilman M. (Mexican Rheumat. Cure) 95 

Summers, H. & Co. (repairer silver ware,(&c.) 124 

Sawyer, Wm. (crockery) 193 

Slader, Frederick (gas fixtures) 179 

Thomas, John (practical horsesboer) 180 

MERCHANT TAILORS. 

Carroll, P. J 125 

Martin, John C 18(5 

McDonald, J. F 164 

Steeger, Henry 208 

Whitcomb, N. O. & Co 161 

Washington, B. F 64 

PAINTS, OILS AND PAPER HANGINGS. 

Chamberlin, C. E 168 

Marshall, A. L 68 

Woodward, J l-jo 



PAINTERS, ETC. 

PAGE 

Alexander, Samuel 53 

Bell, Charles H 92 

Burke, Alan 220 

Campbell. C. G 45 

Downs, Geo. W 183 

Hentz & Bennett 69 

Knox, C. H. & Co 55 

McCabe & Strange 163 

Richardson, C. VV. (carriage painter) 188 

Sef ton, Charles H 162 

Wild, Thomas 179 

PHOTOGRAPHERS, 

Bradley, Alvin F 189 

Beane, C.E 195 

Gray, G. E 195 

Pepper, Arthur F 166 

Partridge, W. H 1,55 

PLUMBERS. 

Buerkel & Co 36 

Baldwin, C. E. ct Co .' 55 

Bramhall, Wm 1.58 

Boyd, R. E 157 

Carey, Thomas 195 

Collins, M. & H. H 152 

Cunningham, Lawrence 81 

Duggan, T. H. & Co 117 

Fallon Brothers 172 

Hayes, James H 35 

Keane, M. J .50 

Keefe, D. J. & Co 125 

Kelley, J. P 186 

Kelley, John C 174 

Murphy, P. H. & Co 120 

McCaffrey, Charles H 221 

Ratigan, Thomas 64 

Sheehan, J. M 153 

Tombs, Henry W 71 

Trainer, Wm. * Co 121 

Waitt, W. H. & Co 175 

Woods, J. F 208 

White, Cyrus ct Co 217 

PRODUCE DEALERS AND CREAMERIES. 

Davis, W. E. (Highland Creamery) 151 

Kiugsley, J. C. (Cuuard Market) 195 

Merrow, A. W 59 

Pratt. E. B 193 

Worcester County Creamery (Geo. B. Bruce) 47 
Smith, S. C 78 



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INDEX. 



RESTAURANTS. 

TArJE 

Ciife Waquoit (Louis Ficnkel) -iti 

Dici kes, August ■"'- 

Davis, M. M. Mrs H'l' 

Kelley, P 124 

Olympian Cafe (W. H. Stevens) 4U 

Potter, Geo. M 1S5 

Purnell, William H 207 

Steven's Cafe <5 1 



STOVES, RANGES AND FURNACES. 

Bramball, Wm lo8 

Cate, N. S 163 

Danahy, D. Sc Son (tin and sheet iron ware) 184 

Ells, William F 105 

Felton, B. W 154 

Lafreuiere, J. C 167 

Martin, J. M 177 

Nichols, Charles H 219 

Taylor & Carey 173 

Wadman, J. C 02 

White, Cyrus & Co 217 



UNDERTAKERS. 

PAGE 

Fallon, James P 157 

Manning, William 64 

Murray, B. E 220 

Peak Brothers 03 

Waterman, .Joseph S. & Sons 179 

UPHOLSTERERS, ETC. 

Anderson, F. O 53 

i Hoeffner, Fred 1.52 

King, E. W 188 

Mansfield, George S 118 

Rowe, John H 182 

Ryan, J. E 1-53 

Scales, Henry 79 

Snyder, F. P 121 

Schwartz, Frank 171 

Sauer, George A Co 218 

Trask, E. J. H 117 

Waitt. J. M 57 

WINES, BEERS, ETC. 

Cordelia Wine Co , 43 

Gray, James O. (bottler) 72 

Hazelton, F. L. & Co. (bottlers) 171 

Krim, Philip 52 

Robinson, H. H. (wine) 43 



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^Sj^HE Puritans were above all tlnngs methodical, and one of their first experi- 
^^S^ ments after they had settled in Shawmut, was to divide it into East, West, 
North and South Ends, which divisions have Iield with considerable exactitude up 
to the present time. A vast transformation has come over the face of the South End 
since the early days of the city. F>oni a narrow "Neck," amid immense tracts of 
flats it has become a spacious and elegant district, largely composed of handsome pri- 
vate residences, palatial fiats and hotels, interspersed with charming little parks. Yet 
another change is now being witnessed, as the residences arc gradually being pushed 
out into the Highlands, and the ever widening tide of business interests sweeps on 
over the district. Already marked evidences of this change are apparent, and at no 
very distant day the largest part of this section must inevitably succumb to the insa- 
tiable commercial interests of the city, a metamorphosis not very pleasing to the quiet 
old residents of the S(nith End, but the city listens to no arguments nor entreaties in 
her oiiwai-d march. The main thoroughfares of the South End, which is generally re- 
garded as bounded on the north by Boylston, Tremont and Dover streets, on the west 
by tlie Boston & Albany Raili'oad, on the east by the bay, and on the south by the 
old lloxbury line, are Columbus avenue, Tremont and Washington streets, Shawmut 
and Harrison avenues. These are all now largely given up to business, the retail trade 
on Washington street and the others being very large, wUile m\ny extensive manu- 
facturies are scattered throughout the region. 

Columbus avenue, one of the !uost i-ecent streets of the South End, is also the 
most popular. It is one of the longest straight streets anyvrhere in the city, and has 
many very beautiful buildings situated upon it. It extends in a straight line from 
Park square to Northam])ton street,, and being paved with as})halt makes a very at- 
tractive and popular driveway, for wljich it is celebrated. Though one of the busiest^ 
it is also, fi'om its structure, one of the quietest streets in Boston, and is, theix'fore, 
still a very desirable location for residences. It is only a matter of years, however, 



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before it will be taken up entirely for business and become one of the most famous in 
the city. West Chester Square, which crosses the avenue, is a deUghtful spot, being 
cultivated and adorned with great care and talent, so that the whole region attiacts 
one by its great beauty and refined atmosphere. Other well known and favorite 
j)arks are ('licstcr Square, wliich is really a street with a long narrow park running 



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WEST CHESTER SQUARE, COR. COLUMBUS AVENUE. 

tbrougli. and spreading out into a commodious square in the center, where to the 
great trees and odorous flowers is added the dancing stream of a fountain ; Union 
Park, between Tremont street and Shawmut avenue, and Worcester Square, between 
Washington and Harrison streets, each about a third of an acre in extent ; Blackstone 
Square, between Washington street and Shawmut avenue, also possesses a large and 
beautiful fountain, being about two and a third acres in size, as also does Franklin Sq., 
between Washington, East Newton, East Brookline and James streets. (Jiiite a num- 
ber of South End streets still possess a large number of shade trees, which add a 
great deal of comfort and l)eauty to the region, and are among its most treasured pos- 
sessions. 

The South End is remarl<al)le for the exceptionally fine arrangements it offers for 
residing comfortably within the limit of the city and all its privileges. In addition 
to numerous ])rivate residences of a high order, the French "flat" system of late 
years has been very poptdar. Over a score of these large "hotels," so called, " a la 
Francalse,^^ are situated in the various sections of the South End, each suite being 
all on one floor and entirely separate from the others, so it is well adapted for family 
occupancy. Tliere are, beside, numerous " family " hotels, which are conducted on 
much the same plan, such as the Pelham, Continental, Berkeley, Cluny, Boylston, 
Hoffman, Edinburgh, Albemarle and the Commonwealth, wortliy in every resj)ect to 
represent this or any other great city in the country. 



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The chiircli edifices in the South End are among the largest and most beautiful in 
the city. The Tremont Meth. Epis. Church, on Tremont, between Concord and 
Worcester sti'eets, is a large and stately edifice, and is generally regarded as the hand- 
somest in the denomination in Boston, It is in plain but strong old Gothic style, and 
is constructed of Roxbury stone, having been one of the first large buildings on which 
this popular stone was used. The building is 200 feet long by 100 feet deep, and cost 
including land, 868,000. It was completed in January, 1862, replacing another built 
by the same society, formerly called the "Hedding Cliurch," in 1848. The effect of 
the two large, unequal towers, placed at opposite corners is very pleasing, ai.d adds 
immeasurably to the beauty of the church. 

The Berkeley Street Church (Congregational), is and has been tor many years one 
of the most powerful forces in the religious and spiritual life of the city. It was or- 
ganized in 1827, and its first structure was located at the corner of Washington and 
Pine streets, and was known as the Pine Street Church. Its present edifice, on the 
corner of Warren avenue, Tremont, Berkeley ;md Dover streets, w.is erected in 1862, 
and the society has since been known by its present name. Its list of ministei's con- 
tains some of the most justly revered names in tiie christian church in this country, 
among Avhom are thosR of the Revs. Thomas Skinner, d.d., H. M. De.vter, d.d., Austin 
Phelps, D.D., and the present pastor, the Rev. William Bennet Wright, who is known 
for his preaching and literary work, as one of the strongest thinkers of his denomina- 
tion. The church celebrated its semi-centennial in 1877, and the following year its 
debt was cancelled once for all, relieving the church from a long-felt incubus. The 
society is one of the most active and generous in all lines of religious and benevolent 
work in Boston, and its edifice is said to be the largest protestant church building in 
New England. 

The Church of the Unity, is another well known society at the South End. Its 
large and attractive edifice, seating one thousand people, is situated on the corner of 
Shawmut avenue and Canton street. The society was organized in 1857 by a number 
of li1)erally inclined christian thinkers, to promote "good morals and the cause of lib- 
eral Christianity." The present pastor, Rev, M. J. Savage, was installed in September, 
1874, and has become one of the most influential and powerful thinkers in the city. 
He has written several valuable books, besides contributing occasionally to periodical 
literature, and by his broad views and thorough frankness has gained a large and sym- 
pathetic audience, both within and without the city. 

The Shawmut Congregational Church has one of the most attractive and promi- 
nent edifices in the South End. It was begun in 1863, and was completed in the fol- 
lowing year. Its tower is very lofty, and presents a striking appearance. The soci' 
ety grew out of a small company of fifty persons, who in 1849 worshipped in a little 
chapel on Shawmut avenue. Since tliat time it has grown steadily in power and life, 
and has accomplished a large and beneficent work. 

The Second Universalist Church on Columbus avenue has a very beautiful and 

attractive building, erected in 1872. It is constructed of Roxbury stone, in simple old 

Gothic style, with a most harmonious blending of effect. The cost was 1160,000. 

The interior agrees perfectly with the pleasing exterior, and the stained glass win- 

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dows representing the " Man of Sorrows," the " Risen Lord," and the twelve apostles, 
also fii^iires of Hope, Faith, Charity and Parity, in memoriani of its first pastor, Rev. 
Hosea Ballon, and other early benefactors, are very beautiful. This is one of the 
oldest Universalist societies in the country and has long been known as leider in ev- 
ery department of denominational and philanthropic work. Its last pastor, A. A. 
Miner, d.d., president of Tufts college from 18G2 to 1875, and for m my years a mem- 
ber of the State l>oard of Eilucation, has achieved a wide and lasting work in the 
cause of reform in governmental, educational and religious affairs. 

The South Congregational Church on Union Park street, is one of the best known 
and I'espected in the city, both for its own untiring efforts in every good cause, and 
the honor of its pastor. Rev. Edward Everett Hale, d.d., who has long been recog- 
nized as one of the most helpful and inspiring thinkers in the country. Through his 
literary fame and the influence of his great work during the war and since, the church 
has become widely known through the country. It was first organized in 1825, and 
its present beautiful edifice was erected during the turmoil of the civil war, at the 
same time that the church itself w.is so busily engaged in its "christian and sanitary" 
work. It was dedicated January 8, 1862, 

The Union Church owns a large and magnificent structure on the corner of Co- 
lumbus avenue and Newton street, whicli was comi)leted in 1870, and adds much to 
the beauty of that already grand avenue. The society was organized in 1822, and 
has long been among the most prominent and .active in the city. It is now entirely 
free from debt and earnestly engaged in the wide-reaching endeavors for the advance- 
ment of Christianity and the truth. 

The C:Uhedral of the Holy Cross (Cath.) is one of the stateliest structures in the 
country. It is situated at the corner of Washington and Maiden streets, and covers 
over 4<j,000 square feet, or more than an acre of ground, there being but few cathe- 
drals larger than it in the world. The corner st(^iie of the church was laid in 1867> 
and it was dedicated in 1875. The great tower at the south-west corner, when coni- 
pleted, will be 300 feet in height, without an equal in the city. The smaller tower at 
the north-west corner, will be 200 feet high, but since the distance from ground to 
ridgepole is 120 feet, and tlie immense walls are proportionately high, these grand 
towers will seem perfectly in keeping with the rest of the structure. The total length 
of the building is 364 feet; width of the transepts 170 feet; width of naves and aisle, 
90 feet. The great interior of the church is almost one unbroken expanse of immen.se 
size, with the exception of two rows of columns supporting the central roof, and seat- 
ing space is afforded for about 3,500 people. The elaborate wood-work which covers 
the ceiling, panels, and spanderls, is especially beautiful, several shades of oak being 
combined with African wood in magnificent designs. Among other grand works is 
the great cross of inlaid wood on the roof of the transept, and the j^ainted angel-figures 
of Faith, IIoi)e, Charity, and other graces and virtues standing out most strikingly 
from a backgrourid of gold in the ceiling of the chancel. The stained-glass windows 
are also of highest artistic beauty. The window over the principal entrance repre- 
sents a magnificent aureole rose. Over the transepts are two great windows, repre- 
senting the Emperor Hemetilus exalting the cross, and the miracle verifying the true 



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cross of Christ. Also in the chancel are three memorial windows of the Crucifixion, 
the Ascension and the Nativity. There are also twenty-four small but lovely windows 
depicting Bible scenes and subjects. The magnificent high altar, constructed most 
elaborately of variegated marble, is beautifully overshadowed by an immense canopy. 
The great organ in the front gallery is one of the best ever made in this country. It 
is from the works of Hook & Hastings and is famed for its sweet clearness and sub- 
limity of rt)ne. It contains over 5,000 pipes, seventy-eight stops, twelve combinations 
of pedals and five pneumatic knobs. There are four large and handsome chapels con- 
nected with the cathedral : the chapel of St. Joseph, the chapel of St. Patrick, the 
chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, and the chapel of the Blessed Virgin, the latter con- 
taining a fine marble image of the Virgin. These, together with the stately residence 
of Archbishop Williams, in the rear of the cathedral, form a most impressive and 
magnificent series of edifices. 

The Church of the Immaculate Conception is an older Catholic building, near the 
Cathedral. It is externally a ])lain, yet not unattractive granite structure, without 
tower or spire. The almost exquisite loveliness of the interior forms a striking con- 
trast. The white setting of the walls is very quiet and attractive, and adds to the 
effect of the brilliant ornamentation about the great altar. The great organ is con- 
sidered among the most harmonious and powerful in the city. The building is 208 
feet long by 85 feet wide ; it was begun by the .Jesuit fathers in 1857, and completed 
in 1S61, at a cost of more than 8100,000. The painting of the Crucifixion by Girialdi 
of Rome is a great work of art. 

Tliis sketch of the leading churches in the South End, though it does not include 
them all, will suftice to show their high character and powerful influence. 

Xext to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, is the Boston College, a Cath- 
olic institution of higher education founded by the Jesuits in 186?!. The instruction 
is high and thorough, the classics being given an important place, and the corps of 
sixteen professors, tutors, etc., is admirably qualified for the important work required. 
The present president is J. J. O'Connor. The college lias made marked progress in 
recent years, and is steadily extending its influence and power. 

The Boston City Hospital grew out of a movement inaugurated by many of the 
best citizens and leading physicians, over thirty years ago, and after long discussions 
and delay the legislature passed a bill, in 1858, giving the city authority to incorpor- 
ate one. A plot of ground near the bay in the South End was appropriated to this 
purpose in December, 1860, and the building was commenced in the following fall. 
It was completed in May, 1864, and opened for patients in the following June. The 
lot on which the beautiful buildings stand is seven acres in extent, and bounded by 
Concord, Albany and Springfield streets, and Harrison avenue. The buildings face 
upon the latter avenue, and consist of a centi*al building with a fine dome, used for 
administration oflices ; two long pavilions, for medical and surgical treatment, on 
each side; and auxiliary buildings in the rear, including isolating wards, morgue and 
autopsy rooms and laundries. The whole cost of buildings was about $610,000, not 
including furnishings and appliances. The city pays annually in the region of $100,000 
for its maintenance. It will accommodate about four hundred patients, those who 



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are residents of Boston not being obliged to pay, but those desiring to do so receive 
extra privileges and board. There is a great amphitheater where operations are per- 
formed in the presence of physicians, surgeons and students. The out-door service, 
chiefly through the South End section is very extensive, and the accident wards are 
constantly crowded witli j)atieiits, the ambulance service being very effective. A large 




training school for nurses has been established, and is one of the great departments of 
the institution. The largest benefactor in the history of the hospital, has been Mr. 
Elisha Goodnow, who bequeathed it $21,000. About five thousand cases are annually 
treated within the hospital, and about twice as many out patients; while a much 
larger number receive consultation and medicine upon application at the regular hours. 
This institution with its great equii»ment and noble work is one of the most honora- 
ble testimonials to the spirit and kindness of the Hub. 

The Central Club is one of the prominent social features of the South End. It 
was first organized in 1869 to gratify a long recognized desire of leading people, and 
has proved a great success. The first meetings were held informally in the St. James 
Hotel, but the membership increased so rapidly that in a few months a suite of rooms 
on Concord street was leased ; its growth was still so rapid that these soon became 
too small, and in 1S71 the handsome and luxurious quaters on the corner of "Wash- 
iHgton street and Worcester S(iuare were leased for a term of seven years, which lease 
was renewed. At present the building which the club occupies is located elsewhere. 



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The Mercantile Library Association has been for more than half a century one of 
the most influential, literary and social institutions in the South End, toward the cul- 
ture of whose residents it has contributed no smnll share. It was re-organized about 
seven years ago, and to its old advantages has added new and important ones. The 
building of the Association is situated on the corner of Tremont and Newton streets, 
and is very attractive, both without and within. The parlors are cosily and elegantly 
furnished and a classic air is given by the numerous and beautiful paintings and 
statues clustered around. The leading magazines and newspapers are always on hand 
here. The extensive library of the Association h;is been transferred to the basement, 
where it forms a part of the South End branch of the Boston Public Library situated 
here. On the second floor ai-e pleasant rooms for social gathering and conversation 
smoking being also allowed. One of the best and most popular fe itures of tlie Asso- 
ciation is the series of lectures, literary and musical entertainments which are given 
every year during the winter season. The membership is very large and highly 
prized ; the ann ual dues are $5.00. 

The South End is now fairly well supplied with markets, the Washington market 
at 1SS3 Washington street taking the lead. It is the farthest up town of any, and is 
largely patronized by residents of the South End and the Highlands. The building 
was erected in 1870, and is about two hundred and fifty feet long by one hundred and 
twenty wide. The whole interior is very commodious and it has the reputation of 
being the neatest and best kept in the city. Its situation gives it great advantages for 
trading with the country an<l all its houses are first class in style and charactei'. 

The Boston University School of Medicine is one of the leading educational in- 
stitutions and professionid schools in the city. It is situated in a fine building oppo- 
site the City Hospital on East Concord Street, with beautiful and spacious grounds 
round about it. It was organiz^id in 1873, and like the other de partments of Boston 
University, has the special feature of being open to both sexes. The New England 
Female College, the first medical school for women in the country was annexed in 
1874. This school has stood among the fii'st of those in the country requring a thor. 
oughly fitting preparation, scientific knowledge, and practical evidences of capability, 
before granting its diplomas, so that they stand for sound worth in marked contrast 
to those of the majority of so-called medical schools. It was a leader in the movement 
to establish a graded course of instruction, and is one of the few in the country whose 
regular course requires four years. The degree of doctor of medicine, however, can be 
obtained at the end of three years if the candidate gives sure evidences of progress and 
fitness. The school has a large and carefully selected library of several thousand vol- 
umes, museums, and large collections of histological and other specimens, thoroughly 
equipjjed chemical and microscopical laboratories, and a full equipment of appliances 
and instruments for every department of instruction and work. The faculty of the 
school is about thirty in number, all eminent and skilled practitioners and investiga- 
tors, and every line and school of medical duty receives careful attention. A number 
of distinguished homoeopathic physicians are on the faculty, but all schools are rejn'e- 
sented. The success of the school has been marked and deserved from the start, and 
it has gained a wide reputation for worth and efficiency. The proximity of the hos- 



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pitals, both city and liomceopathic is a valuable aid in practical work and appreciated 
and improved thoroughly. Dr. I. M. Talbot is the dean of the school, and applica- 
tions and inquiries should be directed to liini. 

The Massachusetts Homoeopathic Hospital is situated near the Boston University 
School of Medicine, to which it forms a valued coadjutor. The building now occupied 
is an extensive four story building of stone, the arciiitecture Ijeiui; very pleasing and 
beautiful. It cost, including land, in the neighborhood of $100,000, and was first 
thrown open to patients in 1876. It is remarkable and famed for its j erfection of fit- 
ness in construction, ventilation, heating, light, and all the appurtenances that go to 
make up a highly sanitary and comfortable hospital. The mortality of the hospital 
has been kei)t at the exceedingly low aveiage of about two per cent, which is the 
highest of tributes to its character and work. The severest as well as the lighter 
cases of both medical and surgical complaints receive equal and thorough attention, and 
the results even in the worst cases are very beneficial and encouraging. The cost is 
very low and it is thus maintained for the benefit of all, not by a narrow or sparing pol- 
icy, but by a true and wise economy which consists of careful and studied methods. 
The association was incorporated in 1855, but did not occufty a permanent place until 
1871. For five years thereafter they conducted a hospital in Burroughs Place, and 
then moved to their present building where they have met a lai'ge and deserved suc- 
cess. 

Among the charitable institutions of the South End, St. Vincent's Orphan Asylum 
deserves honorable mention. It is situated on the coiner of Sliawmut avenue and 
Camden street, and is under the charge of thirteen tender-hearted Catholic sisters who 
serve voluntarily and without pay. It is designed for the rescue and training up to 
the right life of destitute girls, and has admirably performed its mission since it was first 
established in 1831. It was incorporated in 1845. No distinction of race, color or 
creed is made, but all are received and have equal and devoted care. As occasion 
warrants, those of the children deserving it are sent to be adopted into good families. 
The expenses are chiefly met by contributions taken in all the Catholic churches in the 
city, and amount to about $1'2,000 annually. Several children are supported here by 
each church, and a few receive the support of relatives. Two hundred and twenty- 
five children are received and cared for each year. 

The Association for the Protection of Destitute Catholic Children is another 
worthy charitable institution at the South End. It occupies a beautiful and commo- 
dious building, costing with the land 8150,000, and situated opposite the Church of 
the Immaculate Conception on Harrison avenue. It was incorporated in 1864, and 
its great work "has been done chiefly among Catholic children, though those of all de- 
nominations are received. The number of children cared for annually is between 
three and four hundred, and all are attended and trained by Sisters of Charity, and 
homes are provided for those without them. The annual expenses amount to about 
$15,000, and are met by endowments, legacies, and contributions of the laity of the 
city. The work is an excellent one and admirably executed. 

Among other well-known and estimable charities in the South Knd is the "Boffin's 
Bower," at 1031 Washington street, which though not as large or famous as some has 



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accomplished a unique and wide work for good, which in its great helpfulness and 
power isunexcelled. The late Jennie Collins, a name well known to the poor and needy, 
as well rts to all lovers of Boston, was the chief mover and worker in carrying on 
this institution, which was founded in 1874 chiefly through her efforts. It is designed 
to afford food, clothing and temporary shelter to poor, working women who are out of 




WASHINGTON STREET, COR. NEWTON STREET. 

employment, and between one an<l two thousand women and girls have been greatly 
helped every year since it was founded. Its support has been entirely derived from 
voluntary contiibntions, and ;is its practical and beneficial woi'k has become Avidely 
known, many of the leading people of Boston have united in its support. The name 
of its chief benefactor will ever be tenderly remembered in Boston, and the grand and 
powerful effects of her life work can never be obliterated from the city's life. 

The Boston Female A«ylum is another helpful ch:irity in the South End, having 
its building at 1008 Washington street. It is in reality an orphan asylum for girls 
alone, and for many years has been carryini: on a much needed and valuable work 
among the orphan poor of the city. Tlie asylum accommodates between seventy and 
eighty children, who arc all under eighteen, homes being fouiul for them after they 
have reached that age, and much valuable instruction being given. 

The Children's Hospital at 1583 Washington street, has accomplish, d a beneficent 
work since its establishment in 1869. It was founded, and has since been maintained, 



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by the Protestant Episcopal Sisterhood of St. Margaret's, whose original foundation 
was in East Griinstead, England. Among the most prominent of its early supporters 
were Cliandler Robbins, Dr. Francis H. Brown, Geo. H. Kuhn, Albert Fearing and N. 
H. Emmons. The buiMing is a commodious structure, and capable of maintaining 
thirty patients at one time. Children are admitted between the ages of two and 
twelve years, except when suffering from contagious diseases, and are treated gratui- 
tously or for a moderate fee according to the condition of their parents. The greatest 
care and skill are shown and the results are eminently satisfactory. The wisdom of 
isolating these diseases of childhood has been thorouglily proven, and the work not 
only well serves a great charitable purpose, but it has contributed much to the advance- 
ment of this branch of scientific medicine. A branch of this hospital, in the form of 
a Convalescent Home, wns established in 1875, at VVelleslcy, about fourteen miles dis- 
tant, and has aided vastly in the good work of the hospital. 

The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy is another representative institution of 
the South End, but known everywhere. It was incorporated in 18.52, among the 
first in the country, and has maintained its position since as a leader in this profes- 
sion. Its stated aims are the regulation of the instruction of pharmacy, the diffusion 
of scientific information among the members of tliis profession, and the discounte- 
nancing the sale of spurious and adulterated drugs. All desiring to become mem- 
bers must have been actively engaged in the wholesale or retail drug trade. A 
School of Pharmacy, under the direction of the College, is in session during the 
winter, and instruction of the highest order by lectures, recitations and experi- 
mentation is given. The students who attend the whole course and pass the 
•examinations receive the degree of Graduate in Pharmacy. The laboratory is one 
of the finest and most extensive in the city, and the institution is especially 
famed for its library which contains a very large and valuable collection of 
books and pamphlets. In connection with the library of the President, which is 
near by and open to the college, this collection is the second largest of its kind in the 
United States. There are about sixty-five members of the college, and about ninety 
students attending the school. This department is recognized as a leader throughout 
the drug trade of the country, and its diplomas are on a par with the highest, safe 
testimonials of knowledge and efficiency. It has been largely instrumental in placing 
pharmacy on the recognized basis of a profession which it is fast and well be- 
coming in this country. In all departments of its activity the Massachusetts College 
of Pharmncy lias l)een a most helpful and honored agent in the growth of the city 
and state, and has added much to tiie stability and reliance of its particular branch of 
business. 

The Homa-opatliic Medical Dispensary is a noble institution, and has been long 
known and bhssed by the people of the South End. It wis incorporated in 1856 and 
treated 195 patients during the first year of its work, which number has been incieased 
to thousands since then, so that it now dispenses in the neinhboriioo'l of 50,000 pre- 
scriptions to 15,000 patients anuu illy. Its main office is at 14 Burroughs place, but it 
has a college braiidi in the IJostou University ]\[eilical School building, where clinical 
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is divided into nine departments: medical, surgical, dental, eye and ear, children's, 
chest, throat, and skin, ami as can be seen a vast and varied amount of work is done. 
The good it has afforded to the poor and needy of Boston, it would be impossible to 
estimate. This Avork has been largely supported by the receipts of a great fair held 
at Music Hall in 1859, which cleared a profit of $13,000, the income of which has 
been entirely devoted to the dispensary. The great increase of patients during the 
last decade or two has been attended by generous contributions and aid, so that this 
good work has not 1 igged for want of support, and will still continue to increase, so 
long as the people of the Hub retain their kindly hearts. 




COLUMBUS AVENUE, COR. CLARENDON STREET, 

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The Scots' Charitable Society is another interesting organization which has long 
been located in tlie South End. It dates its incorporation back to 1786, but was 
founded over a century before, in 1<)57, being one of the oldest orders of any kind, 
and the oldest private charitable organization in the city. It therefore has much of 
interest from its antiquity, not to speak of its wide and benevolent work. Its main 
purpose has been to help and rescue in all possible ways, Scotch emigrants and de- 
scendants who might be in need, and it has been supported and engaged since the 
start with that warmth of patriotism and activity which characterizes the kindly peo- 
ple of Caledonia. St. Andrew's Home, where needy Scotch people might find a tem- 
porary home, was established in 1809, by this society, at 73 West Concord street. In 
1872, the work was transferred to 77 Camden street, and tlie Scots' Temporary Homo 
permanently established there, where it has since been maintained. Among other 
property owned by the society is a lot in Mount Auburn cemetery, where Scots with- 



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out means are afforded a clnistiaii burial. The ineniberslii|) is now about two hundred 
and fifty, and a large ijicome is detivid from a permanent fund formed by many lega- 
cies left in tlie past, the annual assessments of members, and bequests. Although only 
natives of Scotland or tlicir direct descendants can become active meinl)ers, honorary 
raembershi]» is not restricted to nationality. Hetween two and thiec hundied recipi- 
ents are helped by the charity of this society every year, and its good work is unsur- 
passed for its extent and wisely .qiplied efforts. It is a good example of tlie spirit 
shown by the peojile in providing for the unfortunate, and has had many emulators. 

There are several large street railroad lines running through the South End, some 
being marked " <o the iVecZ,-," though all traces of its original narrow dimensions have 
disappeared. Two large railroad lines, the Boston & Albany, and Boston^& Providence 
pass through this district, while the immense and beautiful depots of these two and of 
the Old Colony Railroad are situated near the limits of the South End. There* has 
been much talk in recent years of establishing an elevated raili'oad here, and when this 
is carried out, sevei-al petitions having already been sent lo the legislature, the South 
End will be largely interested and benefited thei-ein. Its streets being the slraiL'ht- 
est and most regular of any large district in the city, and being so largely the center 
of residences, the opening for an elevated railway is most advantageous, and it can 
hardly be more than a matter of a few years before this great txiodern improvement 
is introduced here. 

The new English High an<l Latin School is one of tlie more recent buildings 
of the South End, and is the largest building devoted exclusively to educational 
purposes in this country, and the largest free piil)lic school in the woild. It 
was commenced in 1877 and was ready for occupancy in 1880. The cost of 
construction was $700,000, and it is contemplated to further enlarge it in the fu- 
ture. The length of the completed building will be four hundred and twenty feet, 
the part at present completed is three hundred and thirty-nine feet long by two hun- 
dred and twenty feet wide. There aie three iiigh stories, and the exterior of Phila- 
delphia bricU with terra-cotta friezes, is aftei- the modern renaissance style. The build- 
ing is fire-proof throughout, each of the school-rooms being surrounded by brick walls, 
thus constituting fire-proof sections. The staircases are of iron, and of unusual width, 
proportioned mathematically to the capacity of accommodation of their respective 
parts of the building. The jdan of the structure is after the German style, that of a 
hollow square with surrounding corridors. The school-rooms all front on the street, 
and on the inside face on a corridor, so that perfect light and ventilation are secured. 
Throughout the sanitary regulations are of the most advanced type. The school- 
rooms are forty-eight in number, each accommodating forty scholars. In the center 
of the great interior court-yanl, which is transected by long corridors, is a large 
"theatre building," containing two lecture halls, each with a seating capacity of two 
hundred and twenty-five, and also rooms for the cabinets and libiaries of the two 
schools. The English high school faces on Montgomery street, and the Latin school 
on Warren avenue. On the south side of the quadrangle is situated the drill hall and 
gymnasium used by both sciiools, and a chemical laboratory is added in another de- 
tached building. The drillhall is magnificent and, in fact, unparalleled. Situated on 



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the ground floor, one hundred and thirty feet long by sixty feet wide, and thirty feet 
high, is admirably adapted for the purposes of exercise and display. It has four en- 
trances, one each from Clarendon and Montgomery streets, Warren avenue and the 
corridor. The floor, which is calked and polished like a ship's deck, is of thick plank 
and based upon solid concrete. It not only accommodates the battalions of the whole 
school combined, but can also be used for mounted drill. With its gallery it is able 
to seat the exceedingly large number of three thousand persons. From this some 
idea of its size and arrangement can be derived. The gymnasium is of the same size 
as the drill-hall, and fully equipped with every modern a])pliance and device. It is 
safe to say that it is unparalleled in the public school history of this or any other 
country. Both of these grand halls are finished in the natural materials so as to give 
the appearence of open timber work, which is very attractive. The wood used is 
hard pine, shellacked and varnished, and the Philadelphia brick of the walls is trimmed 
with sandstone. The basement of this same building is to be fitted up as a play-room 
for the younger pupils. Bostonians may congratulate themselves, not only upon the 
great beauty and thorou'jjh utility of this structure, but also upon the fact that the 
architect, Mr. George A. Clough, whose ability and wide knowledge are everywhere 
seen through the work, is a native artist. In no department has the training which 
Boston has given her sons, been more visible in recent years than in that of architec- 
ture, as this and many other recent buildings conclusively testify. Such a model 
structure as this English high and Luin sg!ioo1 is essentially Bostonian in its spirit 
and construction, testifying to the world of the unsurpassed position which the "Hub" 
has long sustained and is constantly a<lvancing in its educational history. 

The Girls' High School, situated on the corner of West Newton and Pembroke 
streets, is one of the finest public buildings and educational institutions in this center 
of learning. Its front is 444 feet, and depth lol feet, within a fine lot 200 feet by 154 
feet. The total cost of the building and land was -$310,717, and there are accommo- 
dations for 1225 pupils. It is five stories in height, and contains sixty-six separate 
rooms, providing admirably for every department of the higher school instruction. 
The ventilation, heat and light are especially and thoroughly provided for, and one of 
its features is its use of electricity to connect every room with that of the principals 
by electric bells in addition to air tubes. There are several valuable scientific col- 
lections, and a museum of considerable size is here preserved. The large upper hall 
is handsomely adorned with sculpture-casts and statuary. An astronomical tower on 
the top of the building affords good opportunities for practical observations. The 
standard of scholarship and instruction is very high, ranking with the best in the city 
or in the world. The young ladies are fitted directly for the special work of the 
Normal School, or for entrance into Wellesley, Smith, Vassar, Harvard Annex, and 
other leading female colleges. 

The Massachusetts Normal Art-School is another educational institution of which 
Boston and the State may indeed well be proud. It was established by the state in 
1873 for the purpose of preparing teachers and masters of industrial drawing to su- 
perintend this department in the industrial and public schools of the state. The act 
of the legislature, passed in 1870, makes this instruction obligatory in the public 



28 



POIXTS ly THE SOUTH END. 



schools of the state. The facilities enjoyed by the school are first class, and the re- 
sults most praiseworthy. The terms for students, who must be over sixteen, is for 
residents of the state ^'iO, tuition beinp; free, and for non-residents a tuition of $100. 




A. 



FRYNKLIX SQUillK 



:,'.v\. 



'X 









This beautiful Square is situated be- 
,- ^ tween Washington, James, East Brookline, 

anil Newton streets. It contnins several 
acres of cultivatod park, throngli whicii beautifully shaded walks are laid out, crossing 
it in every direction. Tlie center is adorned with a fountain. The iioi)ular New 
England Conservatory of Music, described on page 90, fronts on this park. On the 
opposite side of Washington street is Blackstone Square, another jiark of tlie same 
size, and laid out in similnr style to Franklin square. 

As the Back-Bay represents the very ricliest part of our natiotial population, so the 
South End represents tlie great middle class of moderately wealthy and well-to-do 
people wliich has formed the back-bone of this country, of England, and of all great 
governments of niodorn times. Never was there a class of people more rich in re- 
sources, more independent, stable and moral in character, and more ])rogressive than 
this great middle cbissi by whom and uf)on whom the fortunes of this country have 
been built up. Btdng human, they liave not been without their faults, but these are 



POINTS IN THE SOUTH END. 



29 



lost to sight in their many virtues. In this respect the South End, as being 
the center and the home of tliis great class, h;is been, and is, and will be, until the 
tide of business has swept over it completely, the heart of tlie city. Altliough not 
possessing many features which beautify and adorn other regions, no part of the city 
possesses more of interest or value f«r the present or future liistorian. Here still live 
the quiet, sensible reliable people who most preserve and practice the strong virtues 
ot our ancestors ; from whose midst have sprung our greatest men, and who undoubt- 
edly possess an education of culture and refinement which no collection of people in 




3^^^ Rear \/igv/ of tt^e Coi^sli ^Atory 
' frOiV\WasbinQtoi)St. 



the world's histoiy have i\v surpassed. 
The great literary leaders, orators, states- 
men and public men of our country have 
come almost entirely from this class, and 
tliey have been advancing themselves 
until they now thoroughly represent, 
though there of course is difference of 
opinion liere, the "salt," the " remnant " of the nation as MutthewArnold calls it. 
So long as in Boston and in this country, this great class continues to exist, 
forming a healthy and safe medium between the very rich and the very poor, so 
long may we have confidence that the institutions and ideas of our free government 
are destined to prevail, but with their extinction, which some dismal prophets are al- 
ready predicting, perish indubitably the great principles which our country has repre- 



30 POIJ^TS IN THE SOUTH END. 



sented. It is not the le.ist impDrtaiit piirt of a study of lifo at the South Eml, that it 
clearly shows the yet vigorous character ami stability of this part of our people who 
are chiefly represented here. The influences which are tending to lessen their number 
and impair their powL'r .-ire not more numerous or strong than the forces they them- 
selves Iiave inaugurated, and wiiicli ensure for them yet a long and great prosperity. 
The power of the libeial education, the strength of religious purpose and principle, 
the energy of sound moral character and wide culture, and the surety of abundant 
material I'esources which the work of past generations have secured, ail these are fully 
and satisfactorily demonstiated in the life of the i)eople of the South End. 

Special points and institutions have been already described, but there are some 
general considerations apart and arising from these which furnish light on this inter- 
esting region, and arc not without broad application and value. Hoston has long been 
famed for its intellectual supremacy, and the center of this influence seems to be in 
the South End. Its highest and best schools are situated here ; from this region 
come the majority of its l)e8t scholars, ;ind though great insiitutions like the Public 
Library and Art Museum are situated just beyond its limits, from this region come 
the larger part of tiiose who employ and enjoy their privileges. On its surface, the 
life in the South Knd is not so attractive as that of some other ])aits of the city, being 
somewhat lacking in "glare and glitter," in fact being tlioroughly " Bostonian," but 
underneath are its rich pleasures and privileges. The intellectu.il life is broad and in- 
tensely active. In connection with the churches and numerous literary and other so- 
cieties, the amount of study and intellectual work done is very large. Other places 
of a different turn of mind, sometimes wonder and even laugh at the "Browning So- 
cieties," and other intellectual movements of Boston, which have their center of ori- 
gin in the South End. But in reality these represent a great tact and power. It is 
the evolution of the mind of Xew England working itself out in the environment and 
competition of city activity, and gaining new power and advancement from the -accu- 
mulative force of numbers. When we remember the great importance that the re- 
sults of such movements now possess in our national literature and life, we cannot but 
hope they will continue and increase, knowing thereby that the intellectual heritage of 
our country, its contributions to the literature, scientific knowledge, arts and indus- 
tries of the human race will be vastly increased. 

The social life of the South End, though quiet in tone and soniewhat, yes, largely 
affected by the "pale cast of thought," is yet active, widely enjoyed and profitable to 
an unusual extent. Reason here is not entirely set aside by fashion, ami conse(juently 
the enjoyment is increased while the expenditure of health and other resou)-ces is les- 
sened. Simpler fashions and earlier hours than are olten the case in "fashionable soci- 
ety " prevail, and the large number of old Boston families of quiet tastes here find 
most of congeniality and social enjoyment. One great feature of social life is that it 
not only is enjoyable but helpful, either in the way of intellectual advancement, or in 
that of charity. The charitable tendencies of the people of the South End have al- 
ready been well shown by their numerous practical results. The many churches are 
all actively engaged in this work, and the avenues tiirough which their efforts flow 
forth in all directions through the city to bless and uplift its people are too numerous 



POINTS IN TEE SOUTH END. 



31 



andvnrieil to admit of specitic:itioii. A glance over the list of institutions given above 
will serve to show the extent and activity of direct charitable endeavors in the South 
End. Wide and great as these are, they by no means re|)resent all of this work which 
is far too broad, and much of it too quiet and unobtrusive to be known to the public. 
If Boston is intellectual she is not cold, as her increasing and hearty endeavors to aid 
all suffering and need amply sliow. While all parts of the city share in this work, a 
considerable pait of it is cairied on a'ld supported at the South End. 




TREMOXT .STREET. COR. DEDHAM STREET. 

LOOKING SOUTH. 



The religious life is one of the great features of South End existence, the large 
number of churches making it peculiarly the center of these spiritual interests, and 
the activity of the churclies being even more remarkable than their size. A glimpse 
of the oM Puritan life which is far from nnpleasa'it in these materialistic days, seems 
to remain in the tendency of church people here to carry religious life and work into 
every department of activity and thought. The intellectual movements of New Eng- 
land and Boston, have been vitally connected with the churches and a study of those 
in the South End will so )u show the reason of this. Many of the pastors and mem- 
bers of these churches are leaders in the world of thought in this country, and not 
only does this tend to make the churches of all denominations unusually liberal and 
charitable to others, but makes them practical, more interested in good work, and in 
Christianity applied to conduct and every day life. The leaders in this work are men 



32 POINTS IN THE SOUTH END. 



of rare ability and energy, and the dwellers in the South End who are interested in its 
moral as well as material welfare, cannot be too thankful that the work left by the 
iathers has fallen into such worthy hands. 

The growtli of business interests in the South h^nd lias been most significant and 
now presents questions of vital importance which any study of the South End is sure 
to find at the very start as well as at the end, having a critical bearing on the future 
of the district. The tide of business has been sweeping steadily foiward uft tlie main 
thoroughfares of the South End, and spreading out gradually into the side streets. 
To entirely swallow uj) the South End and transform it from a district of residences 
to one of stores must be a work of many decades at least. Whether it will ever be 
entirely accomi)lished yet remains to be shown. That it cannot help but affect in large 
measure the quiet life of the people who have long made the South End tlieir home, 
and through them the city, is evident. That the same thoughtful care which has 
marked the growth of the city in the past will still attend it, affords no small ground 
of hope that this growtli will tend to the yet greater prosperity of the South End, 
an<l the upbuilding of the dear old city of which it forms so integral and helpful a 
part. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF THE 



SOUTH END. 




EDAVIN P. FOSS, Auctioneer and Dealer 
in Real Estate and .Mortj;a<res. S Berkeley St. , 
Cor. TrtMnont. As an evidence of what can be 
accomplished by enerjry and .perseveiauce we 
would refer to the business conducted by llr. 
Edwin P. Foss, whose present office is located 
at 3 Berkeley Street, corner Tiemont. Tliis 
gentleman, who is a native of Strafford, N. H., 
came to Boston in ISTO, at the ape of tifteen, and 
entered Comer's Commercial College. On grad- 
uatin;^' from that institution his entire capital 
consisted of three dollars and twenty-three and 
one-half cents(which, by the way, Mr. Foss still 
carries with him as a lemembrance of boyhood 
days). In 1878 he embarked in the Real Instate 
and Auction business on Washineton Street. 
Owing to the rapid increase of trade, and for 



the purpose of being nearer to his large number 
of tenants and customers, he leased the present 
building, corner Tremont and Berkeley Streets, 
and remodeled it to suit his business ; removing 
there in January, 1888. This is a very central 
location, fronting four thoroughfares and ac- 
cessible by horse-cars to all parts of the city, 
and with his extensive knowledge of the Real 
Estate Business, he feels competent to satisfac- 
torily transact any business entrusted to his care. 
He has now over three hundred tenants in this 
vicinity, which is a sufficient guarantee that his 
facilities for taking charge of Real Estate are 
satisfactory to both landlord and tenant. Mr. 
Foss has already built up a very large business, 
and is able to lend material assistance to any- 
one seeking to buy, sell, exchange or hire Real 
Estate of any description. Mr. Foss was the 
originator and is one of the directors of the 
"One Hundred Associates," a siock company 
formed for the purpose of purchasing and im- 
proving Real Estate, Loaning Money and other 
investments. He has charge of all the Real Es- 
tate of the "Eleven Associates." .\lso auction 
sales of Real and Personal Estate held in any 
part of Mass. where property is located; Real 
Estate bought, sold and exchanged; Titles to 
Real Estate examined; Deeds, I.ea>es, Wills, 
I^ills of Sale, and all Legal Documents drawn; 
Buildings remodeled and repaired; Estimates 
furnished and contracts solicited; Houses, Stores, 
Tenements and Buildings rented; Rents, Notes, 
Bills and Interest collected; Money to Loan se- 
cured by Mortgage at four, four and one-half and 
five i^er cent interest; Fire Insurance placed in 
the most reliable companies ; all business trans- 
acted pertaining to a General Real Estate and 
Office Business. Justice of the Peace and Nota- 
ry Public, office hours. 1» a..m. toOp.M. You are 
respectfully referred to the following Real Es- 
state owners in this vicinity:— C. Brigham & Co., 
oS6 Tremont, Street; Frank E. MaguUion, 490 
Tremont Street; Benj. T. Baker, 5.5S Tremont 
Street; William Timlin, .j.j Warren Avenue; J. 
H. Lynch, 2-5 Franklin Street; J. Lee Frost, lO'J 
Boylston Street; J. F. Johnson. 25G Shawmut 
Avenue; P. H. Sheehan, 53 Harvard Street; H. 
S. Libby,"202 Shawmut Avenue, and nianyothers. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



S. A. D. Slieppard & Co., Pbarmacists, 
Washintjton. Corner Dover Street, also branch 
store cor. Union Park. It i.s now pen'nallv 
aj^reed amoiij; pliysicians, that faith and confi- 
dence exert a very powerful inll.ience in assist- 
ing; nature ta tlirow off disease, and this beinj; 
the case, it will be readily seen that it is of the 
the utmost importance for the patient to have 
confidence, not only in liis physician, but also 
in the medicines or other remedi.il agents 
which he may prescribe. It is known to every- 
body nowadays, that the virtues of drugs are 
influenced to some dc<;rce by their fresiiness, 
as well as by the manner in which they are 
kept and therefore it is not surprisiuf; that 
those who are familiar with the methods in 
vogue in the establishment carried on by 
Messrs. .S. A. D. Sheppard A Co., at the corner 
of Dover iS: Washington .Streets, should place a 
reliance upon goods coming from there, that 
could not be felt unless there was a positive 
surety of careful and skillful hnndling. Tlie 
Pharmacy in (juestion, is without doubt, one of 
the most celebrated as well as one of the most 
reliable in the city, and there is no man better 
known or more highly respected in the Drug 
trade, than tile principal owner, Mr. S. .\. D. 
Sheppard. This gentleman is a native of Man- 
chester-by-tbe-sea, and has* been connected 
with the enterprise to which we have reference 
since ISGS, the business being originally found- 
ed in 18ji under the firm name of MjGowan & 
Co. The premises occupied are 25 x 7i> feet in 
dimensions and comprise one floor and a base- 
ment. A large stock is carried of Fancy and 
Toilet articles. Cigars, Perfumery, etc.. and an 
extensive business is done in this line, but for 
all that, it is never forgotten that this is first 
and list a Pharmacy, and nothing is allowed to 
interfere with the prompt and satisfactory ac- 
commodation of customers in this department. 
There are ten courteous and well-informed as- 
sistants employed and physician's prescriptions 
are compounded with the greatest care, every 
modern facility being provided for the carrying 
on of this work. The charges made are always 
fair and moderate and an immense business is 
done. Tliis firm lias also a branch store at the 
corner of Washington Street and Uuioa Park. 



neux & Bullard. who carried it on for ten years, 
being succeeded in 1872 by .Messrs Bullard & 
.MacCorry, which firm gave place to the present 
proprietor in 1879. who has a thorough and in- 
timate acquaintance with the Provision busi- 
ness that enables him to serve his patrons with 
unusual intelligence, as well as fidelity. One 
floor and a basement are occupied, of the di- 
mensions of 20 X 45 feet, and employment is 
given to five efficient assistants. Customers 
are assured prompt service and, it should be 
added, polite service too, for Mr. MacCorry in- 
sists on the strict observance of the courtesy 
too often lacking in city establishments. A 
very' finely selected and varied stock is carried, 
and although every eftbrt is made to furnish 
goods that will suit the most fastidious, the 
prices are reasonable and just. A telephone 
CDunection is maintained, and orders received 
in this way are assured accurate and prompt 
delivery. 



Chas. E. S. MicCorry, Wholesale and 
Retail Dealer in Provisions and Produce, 54) 
Treraont .Street, Corner IT luson. Boston is at- 
taining so wide and so iiigh a reputation as a 
desirable place of residence for men of means, 
that this class of its po])ulation is rapidly and 
steadily increasing, and as this voluue will 
doubtless circulate extensively among those 
coming within this category, wh > are strangers 
to the "Hub" and its. "institutions." we arc 
happy to take adv.iutagj of the opportunity 
thus offered to call attention to an establish- 
ment which is exceptionally well p-ep ired t) 
cater to the very highest class of trade. We 
refer to that conducted by Mr. Chas. E. S. 
MacCorry at So. 510 Tremont Street, Corner 
Hanson, and feel confident that under its 
present excellent and liberal nixnagemant, it 
only needs a proper trial to convince all that 
what we mxysay regarding it is fully warranted 
and sustain ;d by the facts. This p.)pular enter- 
prise was iu m.5urated in 18 52 by Messrs Mjli- 



Eugreue B. Xel.soii, Grocer, and Dealer in 
Foreign and Doinestic Fruits, (»:]> Tremont 
Street. Tho.se familiar with the origin and de- 
velopment of the enterprise conducted by Mr. 
Eugene B. Nelson at No. 63:3 Tremont Street, 
need no better example of what may be accom- 
plished by energy, jiluck and perseverance. 
Nearly a score of years ago, a groceiy store was 
opened on Harrison Avenue, a few doors from 
East Canton Street, nnder the firm name of H. 
H. Nelson & Co. The neighborhood was not 
a wealthy one by any means and such estab- 
lishments as had previously been inaugurated 
in the vicinity had apparently been more suc- 
cessful in accumulating dirt than dollars. But 
not so the new one. Three brothers carried it 
on and as none of tliem was afraid to work and 
all of them believed in neatness and order the 
store became known as an attractive, even if 
small establishment. Trade steadily increased, 
reliable goods at low prices had their usual ef- 
fect and in a few years a thriving business was 
built up. In course of time it became necessa- 
ry to seek larger quarters and a spacious store 
on the corner of East Brookline Street and 
Harrison Avenue was fitted up and occupied, 
under the firm name of fl. H. & E. B. Nelson. 
Continued prosperity was enjoyed but finally 
the changes which have come to pass at the 
South End within the last dozen years and 
which are too well known to require detailed 
mention here caused a removal to be had to 
the present store No. G.']o Tremont Street. For 
some time past Mr. Eugene B. Nelson has been 
the sole proprietor of the business and his long 
and exceptional experience enables him to 
carry it on in a ifiost satisfactory manner. He 
is a native of Hillsborough, New Hampshire 
and during his mercantile career has gained a 
large circle of friends in this city. One floor 
and a basement are occupied, measuring IS x SO 
feet and an immense assortment of fine groce- 
ries is carried including Teas, Coffee, Butter, 
Cheese, Flour, Foreign & Domestic Fruits, 
fresh, dry and preserved. Employment is af- 
forded to four efficient assistants and as goods 
are sold at low rates, delivered promptly and 
guaranteed as to quality, it naturally follows 
that a very large business is done. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



So- 



James H. Hayes, Plumber, Sanitary Drain- 
age and Ventilation. Removed to Tremont and 
Camden Street, Gas Fitting. Globes, Burners 
and Fixtures, 79'. Treinont Street, Boston. Resi- 
dence, 5(3 Kendall Street. Particular attention 
given to House Drainage and Water Service. 
So much lias been said and written of late 
years regarding the importance of perfect 
drainage, particularly in large cities, that it is 
safe to assert that no person of ordinary intelli- 
gence can fail to appreciate to some degree at 
least the great influence which drainage has 
upon the health of individuals aud of the com- 
munity at large. It is now conceded that some- 
thing more than bolts and bars is recjuired to 
keep enemies out of our homos especial!}' at 
night for altnough thieves and burglars may be 
provided for by this means, there is a still more 
dangerous and insidious foe that laughs at such 
precautions and that attacks not the property 
but the very lives of the inmates of the house it 
enters. Xeed we say that this deadly foe is 
sewer-gas? But modern science has piovided a 
sure means to keep even this enemy at bay and 
those who knowinuly dispense with the precau- 
tions plainly suggested by everyday experience 
are, to speak without reserve, simply trifling 
with their own lives and those of the other 
members of their family. A call on Mr. James 
H. Hayes at his store No. 79o Tremont Street 
corner of Camden, will result in the visitor's be- 
ing impressed with tiie knowledge of drainage 
etc., displayed by this gentleman if the conver- 
sation be brought around to that subject for Mr. 
Hayes is a practical plumber as he has worked 
at the business since 1S6T. Starting in busi- 
ness for himself iu 187G he thus adds experience 
to natural ability. He is prepared to undertake 
anything iu the line of Plumbing, Sanitary 
Drainage and Ventilation, making a specialty 
of House Drainage and Water Service. Em- 
ployment is given to ten skilled hands aud job- 
bing of all kinds will be given prompt and 
satisfactory attention. Mr. Hayes does uni- 
formly first-class work and his charges are very 
moderate for the character of the service ren- 
dered. 



basement, and are of the dimensions of 20 x 60 
feet, a very heavy stock being carried and 
employment given to four courteous and skilled 
assistants. Batter, Cheese, Eggs, Beans etc., are 
handled very largely, and a specialty is made of 
fine D.iiry and Creamery Butter, this commod- 
ity being sold at the lowest rates and warranted 
to prove as represented. In addition to the es- 
tablishmoit mentioned, Mr. Upham conducts a 
summer store, at Hull, Mass., near the steam- 
boat wharf, and the same honorable and enter- 
prising methods are employed there as have 
gained him success in his city undertaking. 



A. X. Upliani, Dealer iu Choice Family 
Groceries, 70."> Tiemont Street, Cor. Rutland 
Square; Slimmer Store near .Steamboat Wharf, 
Hull, Mass. There has been such a decided in- 
crease iu the number" of what may be called 
fancy groceries iu the market of late years, 
such for instance as canned goods, prepared 
foods and cereals etc., that it is necessary for a 
grocer to carry a much more varied stock than 
■was formerly the case if he wishes to be pre- 
pared to meet all the wants of. his patrons, and 
it is largely owing to the libei-ality shown in 
this respect that tlie establishment carried on 
by Mr. A. X. Upham at No. 70.5 Tremont Street, 
has gained so high a position in the favor of the 
public. This undertaking was originated by 
Mr. A. N. Webb several years ago, succeeded 
by Mr. C. O. Carter in ISSl, aud was carried on 
by him up to 1S34, when the present proprietor 
came into possession. He was born in Connec- 
ticut and is a member of the Free Masons, 
Knights of Pythias and Royal .\rcanuin, having 
a large circle of friends in this community. 
The i:)remises utilized include one floor aud a 



Chas. A. Bartlett, Apothecary. 507 Tre- 
mont. cor. Berkeley .Street. One of the finest- 
appointed and most liberally managed Apothe- 
cary stores to be found in the entire city, is- 
that carried on by Mr. Chas. A. Bartlett at the 
corner of Berkeley and Tremont Streets, num- 
bered 507 on the latter thoroughfare. As many 
of our leaders know, this establishment is loca- 
ted iu the elegant Odd Fellows' building, and 
certainly it would be hard to improve its situ.a- 
tion for it is both conspicuous and central and 
well adapted to subserve the convenience of 
both Back Bay and South End patrons. Under 
these circumstances (taken in conjunction with 
the fact that Mr. Bartlett has the well-earned 
reputation of being one of the most skillful 
pharmacists in the city) it is not to be wondered 
at that a very large amount of business is done, 
and what is even more indicative of isrosperity 
is the fact that the patronage shows a rapid 
and steady increase. Mr. Bartlett is a native 
of Maine, aud assumed control of the enterprise 
in question in 1SS6. He is a member of the 
Odd Fellows and is one of the best-known of 
our city pharmacists. Ilis store is not only a 
handsome but a spacious one, foi- it measures 
25 X 60 feet and a large baseraerit is utilized in 
connection with it. Employing three couiteous 
and efficient assistants and carrying one of the 
most thoroughly complete assortments of 
choice drugs, medicines and chemicals to be 
found within the precincts of the '"Hub," Mr. 
Bartlett is most admirably prepared to guaran- 
tee satisfaction as legarcls the filling of pre- 
scriptions, etc., and to give all orders of the 
kiud prompt and skillful attention. His prices 
are reasonable and the utmost care is exercised 
in the compounding of every prescription. 



C. C. ChapHu's Family Shoe Store, 

1685 Washington Street, Under Commonwealth 
Hotel. To so conduct a " Family Shoe Store " 
as to make it worthy of the name, is no light 
task for any man, however able or experienced, 
for the average family consumes all kinds and 
sizes of foot-wear, from tht tiny slippers of the 
wee toddler to the heavy boots of its proud 
father. Between these extremes we have a 
'variety too numerous to mention, comprising 
school shoes for boys and girls, finer goods for 
youths and misses, street and home boots for 
mothers and their " grown up " daughters, aud 
last but not least, those natty but ijerhaps rath- 
er cramped shoes, the inconveniences of which 
are borne without a murmur by the young gen- 
tleman who puts them on preparatory to call- 
ing on her whose smile is more to him than any 
mere bodily comfort. Just such a store, how- 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



ever, is conducted by Mr. C. C. Chaplin at No. 
16S5 Washington Street, under the Common- 
wealth Hotel, and it is only natural that since 
he bcK^in operations here, in ]8S(i, he should 
have imilt up a lartre trade, for his stock is 
Lxrge. his go"ds reliable, his assistants courte- 
ous and his prices low; and if anybody wants 
more than this, the chances are that they will 
have to seek it in a country as yet unknown. 
Mr. Chaplin was born in Maine, and was a 
member of the original fiini of Chaplin & Son 
in South Boston, and later he carried on an es- 
tablishment in IJrookline for ten years, lemov- 
ing to his present store in ]S^6. He knows 
good shoes when he sees them, and if his cus- 
tomers have not the same faculty, it is no fault 
<)f his, for ho deals in no other jroods, and sells 
nothing he is not able to warrant in every 
respect Flis prices are positively as low as can 
be fixed on reliable articles, and his sotck is so 
complete that the most difficult foot cau be 
perfectly lifted. 



Geo. W. Blake, Apothecary, Successor to 
Gordon and Iliiiicley, 53(5 Columbus Avenue, 
Corner Worcester Street. p]nterprise is an excel- 
lent thing, so is courtesy, so is ability to forecast 
the probable future — all of these things are 
most admirable qualities in a business man, but 
nfter all, in such an undertaking as that carried 
on by the druggist, the main essential is relia- 
bility. All of u-i like to be served promptly, 
politely and intelligently; but, iu the purchase 
of medicines at least, iu the compounding of 
presciiptions more es])ecially — what we like 
better than anything else, is to feel that these 
medicines are being sold to us. or these pre- 
scriptions being put up by a man who not only 
thoroughly understands his business, but who 
may be absolutely depended on to do all in his 
power to guard against the slightest mistake of 
any kind. Taking these facts into considera- 
tion, it is not dithcult to form an intelligent 
idea of the reasons why the estahlishment of 
which Mr. Geo. W. 151aki; is the ])ro])rietor, lo- 
cated at No. 5:30 Columbus Avenue, should liave 
attained the popularity it undouhtedly enjoys. 
The enterprise in question was founded by 
Messrs. Gordon and Hinkley, but has been un- 
der Mr. liiake's control for quite an extended 
period. He is a native of IJoston and a mem- 
ber of the Odd Fellows, and cannot but feel 
gratilied at the confidence placed in him by the 
l)ublic, as it has been fairly earned by faithful 
and continuous service. One floor and a base- 
ment are occupied, 20x45 feet in size, and a 
large and ccnnplete stock of Drugs, Medicines, 
Chemicals, etc., is always carried. Prescrip- 
tions arc fdlcd at very short notice, and the 
use of the choicest ingredients and the employ- 
ment of the greatest care iu their compounding, 
assure satisfactory results. 



of putting it up; for not only its economy, 
but also its safety is largely dependent upon 
the manner in which this is done. A well con- 
stiiicted and well adjusted steam-heating plant 
combines a maximum of heating power with a 
minimum of danger, and when i)ut in jjosition 
by skilled hands, accident from its use is prac- 
tically impossible. Thus it will be seen that it 
is of great importance to entrust such work 
only to some leputable and responsible house, 
and there is none more sure to give perfect sat- 
isfaction than that of Buerkel it Co., doing 
business at No. 28 Union Park Street, corner 
of Washington. This concern was founded 
in 1S7S, and during the i)ast ten years has 
fitted up many manufactories, workshops, 
and private dwellings with heating facilities 
at low prices and with such thoroughness 
and skill as to have attained an unsurpassed 
reputation. The Star House Heating Boiler is 
handled by this firm, who are also agents for 
the ceiebiated "Johnson Railway Heater." 
Both parties are natives of Boston, the concern 
being made up of Messrs. J. F. Buerkel and S. 
E. Bentley, the former residing at No. 146:3 
Washington Street, and the latter at No. 24 
Union Park. Employment is afforded to twen- 
ty skilled mechanics, and a well appointed ma- 
chine shop supplied with ample steam power is 
run in connection with the eiUerprise. Steam- 
fitting, Plumbing and Gas-fitting of all descrip- 
tions will be done at short notice, and estimates 
submitted or contracts entered into for the per- 
formance of any job, large or small, iu these 
lines. 



ISncrkcl & Co., Steam Fitters, Plumbers, 
and (jas Fiiteis, No. 28 Union Park Street, Cor- 
ner of Washingtcjii Street. Although steam is 
without a doubt the most eilicicnt and econom- 
ical heating agent known at the i)resent day, 
still the general introduction of steam healing 
apparatus has heen greatly hindered by the in- 
competency of some of those making a business 



Cliurles B. Lovell, Ladies' and Gents' 
Furnishing Goods, 1939 Washington .Street, cor. 
Derby Place. As a general thing it is ranch 
easier to get what you want in an establish- 
ment devoted to the sale of certain lines of 
goods, than it is in a store containing about 
everything from a paper of pins to a three-vol- 
ume novel, and should any of our readers de- 
sire anything in the line of Furnishing Goods, 
they would do well to make a call at No. 1939 
Washington Street, corner of Derby Place, as 
there they would find Mr. Charles B. Lovell 
who makes a si)erialty of Ladies' and Gents' 
Furnishings of all de.-^criptions. One lloor and 
a basement are occupied, of the dimensions of 
20x35 feet and the assortment of goods in stock 
is so complete and varied as to seem to render 
it a certainty that everybody could find just 
what they wanted therein. Certainly no objec- 
tions can be raised to the prices quoted, for Mr. 
liOvell makes it a point to sell as low as any- 
body, quality for quality, and he is a suffi- 
ciently experienced and careful buyer to enable 
him to purchase goods at the best possible ad- 
vantage. Employment is aftbrded to two cour- 
teous assistants and customers are promised 
both promiit and respectful attention. Mr. 
Lovell was born in Boston and as a member of 
Company K. 35th .Massachusetts, he took i)art 
in some of the most memorable and decisive en- 
gagements of the Rebellion, Antietam, Freder- 
icksburg, Vicksburg — each of these famous 
fields he was present at and passed through ex- 
periences of a kind that are never forgotten. 
He is a member of the Grand Army and has 
many friends in this city and vicinity. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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J. E. Gillett, Dry and Fancy Goods, 37 
Clarendon St. Although Mr. J. E. Gillett, of 
No. 37 Clarendon Street, does not pretend to 
rival Jordan, Marsh & Co., or K. H. White ife Co., 
in the nia^nitude and variety of his stock, still 
there are certain points in which he might well 
be imitated by both those mammoth enterprises. 
One of the most important of these is prompt- 
ness of service. All Boston shoppers know 
from sad experience what it is to make their 
way through a straggling crowd to some counter 
in an immense store, only to be told that the 
"department" of which they are in search is 
somewhere in the vicinity of a half-mile or so 
farther along, and finally after having by per- 
sistent exertion i-eached the spot pointed out, 
had to wait anywhere from five minutes to half 
an hour before tiiey transacted their business 
and received the goods. Who, familiar with the 
facts, will call that a fancy sketch? On the 
contrary, one may enter Mr. Gillett's st(|i-e, 
select his goods, pay for them and be on the 
street again in less time than the first opera- 
tion could be gone through with, such as is 
described above. When hunting for ''bargains," 
don't forget that " time is money," and few of 
us can afford to waste it. Mr. Gillett opened 
his present establishment in 1SS7. He is a na- 
tive of Bt)ston and a member of the Odd Fellows, 
and has a very thorough acquaintance with the 
various goods he handles. ()ne floor and abase- 
ment are occupied, and a finely-selected stock 
of Dry and Fancy Goods is open for inspection. 
This is a popular Laundry Agency, and work of 
this kind is done in the best manner and at 
short notice. 



Clias. L. Dakin, Fine Art Store, Deal- 
er in Artists' Materials. Engravings, Etchings 
and Photographs, .578 Tremont Street. There 
is nothing that will lend such a homelike and 
refined effect to an apartment as a well-o.xecuted 
Engraving, Etching, Autotype, or Photograph, 
and it is well known that the most elegantly 
furnished room seems incomplete and com- 
paratively bare unless a few pictures adorn its 
walls. Of course a person of taste if forced to 
choose between a cheap chromo and nothing at 
all would prefer the latter, but in point of fact 
no such choice is necessary even to people in 
very moderate ciicumstances, for truly artistic 
pictures are sold nowadays at prices within the 
reach of all, and it is easy enough to find such 
if the right establishment be visited. A favorite 
store with the most careful buyers of art goods 
and pictures, is that carried on by Mr. Chas. L. 
Dakin at No. 578 Tremont Street, and this pop- 
ularity has been won by the policy this gentle- 
man pursues of "quick sales and small profits." 
lie is a believer in the foregoing maxim and 
therefore ensures the constant renewal of his 
stock by offering the same at absolutely bottom 
rates. Xo sacrifice of quality is made, however, 
and purchasers may feel perfectly assured that 
everything sold by Mr. Dakin will prove just as 
represented. He is a native of Bangor Me., and 
started his present business in 1885. Two com- 
petent assistants are employed and Fine Art 
goods of many descriptions carried in great pro- 
fusion. Aitistic Framing is made a specialty 
and is done at short notice at considerably be- 
low th e average rates. 



Dr. Willard D. Ball, Dentist, 074^ Tre- 
mont Street, Entrance on West Xewton Street. 
Although there is doubtless a very large num- 
ber of Dentists in this city, still there are none 
too many good ones, for unfortunately the teeth 
of the Americans of this generation aro princi- 
pally conspicuous by their badness. We have 
not the space, even if we had the ability, to en- 
ter on any discussion as to what has broug;ht 
this condition of affairs, about for there are al- 
most as many theories on the subject as there 
are dentists and whether our teeth have been 
ruined by abuse, "starved" for lack of pi'oper 
food, or are congenitally imperfect, it remains a 
fact that as a rule they are simply vile. Speak- 
ing of good dentists calls to mind Dr. Willard 
D. Ball of No. 074 i Tremont Street, for it is the 
unanimous opinion, so far as we have been able 
to learn, of those who have tested his skill that 
he combines gentleness with decision and firm- 
ness with careful avoidance of all unnecessary 
pain having unrivaled fjicilities for the admin- 
istration of ether when extracting. Dr. Ball is 
a native of Walpole, N. H., and opened his pres- 
ent office in 1879. He occupies two conven- 
iently located and well-equipped rooms at the 
address given above, entrance being had from 
West Newton Street. His office hours are from 
9 a. m. to 4 p. m. and appointments made in 
advance will prove mutually advantageous as 
the doctor's practice is a very extensive one 
and his time is apt to be fully occupied. Every 
appliance and instrument called for by modern 
operative dentistry are at hand and thorough- 
ness as well as gentleness characterizes all the 
work done. 



31. A. Hatch, Manufacturer of fine Con- 
fectionery and Ice Cream Wholesale and Retail, 
No. ()9.5 Tremont Street. We have not the fig- 
ures at hand to give the exact annual produc- 
tion of confectionery in the city of Boston but 
it must reach a very imposing amount, for there 
arc many manufacturers located here and the 
great majority of tliem seem to be prosperous 
and thriving. Among those whose confections 
hold an especially high place, Mr. M. A. Hatch 
deserves prominent mention, for since he in- 
augurated his bnsines-s in 18S2 he has steadily 
added to his reputation until now it ranks 
above that of many more pretentious houses. 
Jlr. Hatch is a native of Elaine and has won his 
success by strict and intelligent attention to 
business and making it a point to let no goods 
leave his premises which he could not fully 
warrant in every respect. Confectionery is 
handled both at wholesale and retail and is sup- 
plied at the lovv-est market rates in q uantities to 
suit. Employment is afforded to three skilled 
assistants and orders are filled without delay 
and with entirely fresh and desirable goods. 
The advantages of purchasing direct from the 
manufacturers are sufficiently obvious in any 
business but particularly so as regards confec- 
tionery, for this commodity owes a great part of 
its value to its freshness and purity, jn addi- 
tion to his large trade in Confectionery Mr. 
Hatch makes a specialty of Extra fine Ice 
Cream, which he guarantees to be unexcelled in 
purity. This is delivered at residences, at short 
notice. Orders for Sunday delivery taken. 
Special terms for Church Fairs, Festivals and 
other large orders. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



F. M. Leariiert, Real Estate and Insur- 
ance Afrent, GlAi Tiemont, corner West Newton 
Street, Mercantile Library Association Buildinfj 
(basement). The name of Learned is very fa- 
miliar to those conversant witli real-estate mat- 
ters in this city and purticLilarly so to those who 
have fjivcn special attention to transactions of 
this uatnre at the South End. Mr. F. II. Learn- 
ed befjan o^jerations in this line in the year 
1864, and in LS7S was succeeded by Mr. F. M. 
Learned who added insurance to his business in 
188L This jrentleman is a native of Boston 
and is very prominent in Fraternal Society cir- 
cles beinff connected witii the Free Masons, 
■Odd Fellows, Knijjhts of Pythias and lied Men. 
His office is located in the basement of the 
.Mercantile Library Association Buildinj^, cor- 
ner of Tremont and West Newton streets, and 
no one desirinjj to buy, sell, exchane;e, rent or 
lease real estate should neglect f]jiving him a 
call as the chances are that a mutually advan- 
tageous arrangement could be consummated. 
Particular attention is paid to the handling of 
South End real estate and as Mr. Learned is 
universally conceded to be an authority on this 
subject, his advice regarding it will be found 
sound and profitable to follow. He has at all 
times desirable houses for either large or small 
families and also has the letting of many stores 
of various sizes and adapted to all kinds of 
business. In the matter of Insurance he is also 
prepared to furnish first-class and strictly re- 
liable accommodations as he conducts a branch 
office of the New York Bowery Fire Insurance 
■Co., of New York city, and also of the Phoenix 
Assurance Co., of London, England. This lat- 
ter comi)any was established in 17S2 while the 
former was incorporated in 18;);3 and both of 
them are known throughout the country as re- 
liable and liberally conducted organizations. 
Mr. Learned is in a position to write policies in 
either company at bottom rates and his facili- 
ties in this respect are well worthy of being 
taken advantage of. 



W. F. Golrtthwait & Co., Manufacturers 
of and Dealers in Furniture, Draperies, Window 
Shades and Upholstery Goods. No. 1204 Wash- 
ington Street. That every man should have a 
home of his own, and not be content with 
bachelor life, or with a boarding house exist- 
ence if he be married, is a rule that is only 
proved by the very exceptions that can be 
made to it, and anything that tends to make 
housekeeping more pleasant and popular and 
to put it within the reach of more i)eoi)le, is a 
genuine boon to the community, and hence 
worthy of piomincnt mention. To keep house 
one must, liave furniture and housc-fuiuishing 
goods in general, and as the firm of \V. F. 
Goldthwait & Co. is prepared to supply such 
articles at bottom prices, it may be said to be 
rendering efficient aid in the biiiigiiig about of 
the happy time when dome.'-tic life will be 
much more common than it now is. C'ommo- 
dious quarters are occupied, and emi)loyment is 
afforded to several courteous assistants. Furni- 
ture. Draperies, Window Shades and L^pluilstery 
Goods being very extensively dealt in. Although 
striving to quote bottom prices on ihe commod- 



ities handled, the firm take pains to avoid sup- 
plying unsatisfactory articles of any kind, and 
fully warrant that whatever they sell will prove 
just as represented. Owing to the steady contin- 
uance of such fair and square business methods, 
this house has attained a high position in the 
confidence of the public, and every effort will 
be made in the future to assure the steady 
maintenance of this good feeling. Many of the 
articles on sale are manufactured by the firm, 
and it is largely owing to this fact that they are 
able to offer the many pronounced bargains for 
which their establishment is noted. 



S. Severy, Florist, 534 Tremont Street, and 
Li. F. Severy, Boston A- Providence Depot, 
have constantly on hand a large and choice as- 
sortment of Cut Flowers. The Florist fills so 
imp'ortant and even indispensable a position 
nowadays, in the large cities at least, that all 
information regarding this subject must prove 
of wide interest, and more especially is this true 
when such information refers to one who an- 
nounces prices lower by twenty per cent than 
those of anj' other Florist in Boston. The 
gentleman who makes this liberal and enter- 
prising offer is Mr. S. Severy, of No. 434 Tre- 
mont Street, who, in connection with L. F. 
Severy, also carries on business at the Bos- 
ton tt Providence Depot, and who has built 
up a very extensive trade since the inception of 
his undertaking in 1870. Mr. Severy was born 
in the Pine Tree state, and is a member of the 
Legion of Honor, having a wide circle of friends 
that is steadily increasing, while Mr. L. F. Severy 
is a native of Melrose, Mass. A very large and 
choice assortment of Cut Flowers is kept con- 
stantly on hand, and Flow-ers suitable for use at 
either Parties, Weddings or Funerals are sup- 
plied in any desired quantity. The .Messrs. 
Severy have gained an exceptionally high repu- 
tation for the taste shown in the arranging of 
Artistic Decorations of all kinds, and those 
who may wish to procure a tribute of this 
description for an occa^ion of either joy or 
sorrow and who distrust their own taste in 
such matters, may safely leave the selection of 
the emblem to these gentlemen, as the^' are ad- 
mirably fitted both by experience and natural 
gifts to be authorities on such subjects. Choice 
Poses, Pinks and Violets are always in stock, 
and fine specimens for artists' use can be fur- 
nisiied at all times. Orders by express, mail or 
telegraph will be promptlj' filled with the same 
care as though given in j)erson, and orders will 
be taken Saturday for Sunday delivery, the 
store being open Saturday evening until 10.30, 
and other evenings until 9.30. As before re- 
marked, Messrs. Severy 's prices are remarkably 
low, and their flowers are unexcelled for fresh- 
ness. In addition to their large trade in flowers, 
Messrs. Severj'^ are also proprietors of the Great 
Lung and Oough Remedy. Dr. Kanolah's Indian 
Vegi'table Puliimuary Syrup, made of loots and 
herbs; a sure cure for coughs, colds, bronchitis, 
whooping-cough, asthma, crouj), S))itting blood, 
])ain in the side, night sweats, humors, general 
debility, throat affections to which public speak- 
ers are liable, and all complaints leading to 
consumption. Price 50 cents and iBl.OO pev bot- 
tle. For sale by all druggists. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



C. A. Oclis & Co., Stationers; Common- 
wealth Circulating Library; 1G95 Washington 
Street. That there is abundant patronage at 
the South End for a fashionable Stationery and 
Periodical Store that is conducted as such an 
establishment should be. is amply proved by 
the experience of Messrs. C. A. Ochs & Co., 
since they inaugurated their present enterprise 
in 18S7, for the liberal methods and wide 
knowledge of the business that this house has 
displayed, have been rewarded by the prompt 
appreciation and generous support of the res- 
idents of the vicinity. The premises utilized 
are of the dimensions of 20 x SO feet, and in- 
clude one floor and a basement, there being 
carried a very extensive and varied stock of 
Stationery, comprising the Latest Fashionable 
Novelties, as well as Standard Goods of every 
description. A well-selected Circulating Library 
is also maintained, and the latest works of Fic- 
tion, etc., are at once secured, it being the aim 
of the proprietors to ait'ord their customers the 
opportunity to become conversant with the ; 
most popular Novels at a merely nominal ex- 
pense. School Goods are dealt in very largelj', 
and "Scholars' Companions" and all similar 
devices that cost so little, but mean so much to 
the childish heart, are at hand in many styles 
and suited to widely diverse tastes. Newspapers, { 
Periodicals, etc., are dealt in very extensively, 
and subscriptions will be received here for all 
the leading serial publications. Papers are also 
delivered at residences. A fine stock of Artists' 
Materials is carried, also upwards of forty dif- I 
ferent styles of mouldings ; and orders for every 
description of picture frames promptly filled at 
very reasonable prices. Patrons are assured 
prompt and polite attention, and all needful 
assistance will be cheerfully lent in the choos- 
ing of Books, or anj' other act in which the 
benefit of the firm's experience is desired. 

James P. Rice, Dealer in Provisions, 
Fruits and Vegetables, 1590 Washington Street. 
The enterprise conducted by Mr. James P. Rice 
was founded over thirty years ago, and there is 
no Provision store at the South End that is bet- 
ter known, or that has a higher reputation, than 
that carried on by the gentleman mentioned. 
The premises occupied comprise one floor und 
a basement, of the dimensions of 20 x 4.j feet, 
and contain a very large and varied stock of 
Provisions, Fruits and Vegetables. Mr. Kice is 
a native of Lincoln, Mass., and owing to his 
long and honorable business career, is one of 
the most widely known and esteemed men in 
the tr.ade. His experience is of course of great 
value to him in directing the details of his es- 
tablishment, and his customers know that his 
stock is sure to contain as fine a variety of the 
goods handled as the market will allow. Beef, 
Pork, Mutton, Lamb and Veal are always on 
hand, and Smoked and Salted Meats are also 
largely dealt in. Mr. Rice offers special induce- 
ments to those who appreciate Hams of fine and 
delicate flavor, for he handles the choicest of 
such goods and quotes very moderate prices on 
them. Foreign and Domestic Fruits and every 
kind of Vegetable in its season are also to be 
had at this store, and the employment of three 
polite and efficient assistants furnishes assur- 
ance that 'callers will be promptly served and 
orders delivered without delay. 



Edward K. Smith, Pharmacist, 207 War- 
ren Avenue, Corner Columbus Square. That 
there is a varying degree of responsibility at- 
tached to recommending different business en- 
terprises, must be apparent to any one who 
will give the matter a moment's thought, for it 
is obvious that whereas a man might patronize 
a groceiy store that had been unduly eulogized, 
without any special loss, except perhaps to his 
pocket, when it comes to the buying of Drugs 
and Medicines, confidence placed in an estab- 
lishment that is unworthy of it, may result in 
sickness or something even more serious. 
Therefore it is only because we feel sure of our 
ground that we cordially commend to the pat- 
ronage of our readers the enterprise conducted 
by Mr. Edward K. Smith at Xo. 207 Warren 
Avenue, corner of Columbus Square, for this 
gentleman carries on a retail Pharmacy at that 
point and gives particular attention to the com- 
l^ounding of physicians' prescriptions. Mr. 
Smith was born in North Adams Mass., and 
has had an experience of fifteen years in his 
chosen business, although he has carried on his 
present establishment only since 18S(5. But 
that period of time, comparatively short as it 
is, has proved sufficient to assure the people in 
the vicinity that Mr. Smith is worthy of the 
most implicit confidence, both as regards his 
integrity and his professional skill, and the re- 
sult has' been the building up of a large and 
steadily growing trade. The premises occupied 
are of the dimensions of 20 x o5 feet and include 
one floor and a basement, employment being 
given to two courteous and eflicient assistants. 
Family trade is made a specialty and prescrip- 
tions are put up with a celerity, neatness and 
accuracy only possible where the highest skill 
and every facility are combined. Prices are 
low and the quality of everything sold, is just 
as represented. 



Street, Boston. 




Chas. Atkinsou, Manufacturer of fine 
Harnesses, and Riding Saddles, also, dealer in 
Whips, Robes, Blankets, &c., 6U9 Tremont 
We would call attention to the 
enterprise of Mr. Charles 
Atkinson, Manufacturer 
of Fine Harnesses and Rid- 
ing Saddles, whose store 
and shop is located at 699 
Tremont street. This 
gentleman established his 
business in 1887. and has already met with 
much success. The premises occupied, are of 
the dimensions of 2-5 x 70 feet, and consist of a 
well arranged store with a shop in the rear. 
Skilled workmen are employed, and a large 
manufacturing and retail trade is transacted. 
Mr. Atkinson manufactures riding saddles, and 
fine harnesses of every description, and is pre- 
pared to fill ordersat the shortest possible notice. 
He also carries one of the finest stocks of 
Harness, Whips, Robes, Blankets etc., in this 
vicinity, and at most reasonable prices. He 
also makes a specialty of repairing, washing 
and oiling harnesses in a neat and highly satis- 
factory manner. Mr. Atkinson is a native of 
Maine, well known throughout this section of 
the city as a gentleman of energy and ability. 
Well experienced in his business, and one with 
whom it is a pleasure to deal. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Olympian Cafe, W. H. Stevens, Proprie- 
tor, oil Tiemont Street ami Warren Avenne. 
A gentleman wlio lias clone mucli to prove that 
the best of food and the most prompt and po- 
lite service are not inconsistent with the main- 
taining of popular prices in a dinin<j saloon is 
Mr. \V. II. Stevens, the <;enial proprietor of the 
well-known Olympian Cafe located at No. 511 
Tremont Street, and Xo. G Warren Avenne, under 
Odd Fellows Hall. This establishment is one of 
the most commodious in the city, haviut; seatinj; 
accommodations for one hundred and twenty 
guests, and this capacity is none too larjje at 
certain hours, for an immense amount of busi- 
ness is done and tlie trade is steadily increas- 
ing. It is open every day, the Sunday hours 
beintj from S a. m. to 8 p. m., and meals are fur- 
nished at any time during; business hours, with- 
out delay and of fine quality. The Bill of Fare 
is sufiBciently varied to permit of all tastes be- 
ing suited and the j^rices arc so gradefll that a 
quarter of a dohar will go nearly twice as far as 
a similar suui in many other eating saloons of- 
fering no better accommodations. The direc- 
tion of so largely-patronized an undertaking is 
a matter of no small difficulty, but the system 
in operation is so perfect that everything in 
and about the establishment runs without a jar 
and prompt and polite attention is assured to 
all. An important department of the business 
is the trade in cigars, for Mr. Stevens is not a 
follower of the usual eating-house policy as re- 
gards t!ie handling of these goods but on the 
contrary offers so large and so fine a selection 
at bottom prices that many purchase their ci- 
gars of him exclusively. .Such celebrated and 
popular brands as the "U. <!c S.." "J. A.," 
'"Spurs Doire.." "Number 7.," and "Carl Up- 
mann Boquets" are constantly on hand and are 
sold in any desired quantity at the lowest fig- 
ures. 

Amos K. Bates. Stationer and Newr, 
Dealer, Circulating Library, and Laundry Agen- 
cy, <>:5."j Tremont Street. This popular Stationer 
and Newsdealer, although of but comparatively 
recent inception, has attained a position to be 
envied by many engaged in the same line. He 
occuj)ies a store IS x :3.". feet in dimensions, lo- 
cated at 03.J Tremont Street, which contains a 
fine stock of Books, also a complete line of 
Stationery Articles, etc. Mr. A. E. Bates, the 
pi'oprietor, succeeded to this enterprise in ISSti, 
and exhibits his taste and ability in the arrange- 
ment and selection of his stock, which in the 
periodical department includes the New York 
and Boston Papers, which are delivered at res- 
idences, Mr. Bates having one of the largest 
routes in this section of the city. Subscrip- 
tions are also received for all Daily, Weekly, 
Monthly and Foreign publications. In addi- 
tion to the Stationery and News department a 
fine circulating library is carried, containing 
2,800 bound volumes, and IJM) pamphlets. 
New books are added weekly. The store is at- 
tractive in all its appointments, and customers 
are treated in a polite and attentive manner, 
while the wants of tiie public are studied in 
every respect. .Mr. Bites is agent for the Troy 
Laundry, and is a gentleman of rare businei:s 
ability. He is a native of Boston, and eminent- 
ly fair in all his dealings, and is well (jualified 
to push bis business to still greater usefulness. 



John G. Benedict, Ph. G., Pharmacist, 
1-54 Chandler Street and !)1 Dartmouth Street, 
The ordinances adopted some time ago, requir- 
ing the registry of Pharmacists etc., were doubt- 
less well-advised and a move in the right 
direction for, speaking broadly, it may be said 
that it cannot be made too ditiicult for incom- 
petent persons to be allowed the handling, and 
more especially the dispensing, of Drugs and 
Medicines. That the United States has been 
strangely lax in the establishment of medical 
regulations, is a fact too notorious to call for 
proof, and indeed in case any of our readers 
should doubt it, let them compare the laws, or 
rather want of laws, of this nation with those in 
force in other civilized countries. But. howev- 
er, we may be thankful for any protection, 
against imposture in this direction, and hence 
our municipal regulations are worthy of appre- 
ciation. Among our city druggists in whom 
the most implicit confidence may be placed, Mr. 
John G. Benedict is entitled to mention, and 
those who may favor this gentleman with their 
patronage at his establishment No. I.i4 Chand- 
ler Street cor. Dnrtmouth Street, may do so in 
the full assurance that their wants will be most 
carefully and skilfully attended to. Mr. Bene- 
dict is a native of Boston and inaugurated his 
present enterprise in 1SS.5. Ue occupies one 
floor and a basement of the dimensions of 2h x45 
feet, and employing three competent assistants, 
is enabled to fill orders with celerity as well 
as accuracy. The assortment of Drugs. Medi- 
cines and Chemicals on hand is at all times 
complete in every department, and prescriptions 
are compounded without delay and at prices as 
low as the lowest. 



J. E. Adams & Co. (E. A. Remick. Pro- 
prietor), Dealers in Coal and Wood, No. 786 
Albany Street, between East Chester Park and 
Swett Street; Telephone No. 4")02. The average 
citizen has given more care than ever to the se- 
lection of his coal supply since the beginning of 
the annoying shortage we have experienced here 
in Boston, in common with our sister cities; 
and there are very few, if indeed there are any, 
retailers that have made money during the past 
few months ; for all the reputable concerns have 
supplied their customers practically at cost and 
looked to the future for the returns on the cap- 
ital invested and labor done to which they are 
justly entitled. The establishment located at 
No. 78G Albany Street, between East Chester 
Park and Swett Street, was founded by Messrs. 
J. E. Adams & Co.. over thirty years ago. and is 
still conducted under that firm name, although 
the present proprietor is Mr. E. A. Kemick. 
This gentleman, who is a native of Boston, may 
be depended upon to fully maintain the ancient 
prestige of the concern, for he is very well ac- 
quainted witli the coal trade in all its branches, 
and is determined to spare neither trouble nor 
expense in servinir his customers in the best pos- 
sible manner. The yard covers some o2,000 
s(iuare feet of ground, and a heavy stock is car- 
ried of coal and wood of standard quality. Em- 
ployment is given to sixteen competent assist- 
ants, and orders will be filled promptly, cor- 
rectly, and at the very lowest rates that the 
state of the market will permit. 



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Hotel Johnson, i'")'! Sliawnmt Ave- 
nue, was erected and finislied in the fall and 
spring of 18S4 and 18S5, by its present owner. J. 
F. Johnson, who had been located in the gro- 
cery business, nearly opposite, since 1870. This 
buildin<T is 'A feet front, by 61 in depth, five 
stories in height, its outward architecture is very 
pleasing and it adds another to the list of fine, 
substantial buildings which attract the attention 
of all in that section of the city. Inside it is 
finished in apartments and is nearer fire proof 
than almost any building at the South End; 
each floor is divided into three apartments.eacli 
separated from the other by a solid brick wall, 
while fire-proof paper is placed between the 
upper and under flaors throughout, the build- 
ing. The apartments are finished in hard wood 
and frescoed. It is heated by an improved 
method called the ''Hot Blast System", and a 
passenc;er elevator adds to the comfort of its 
occupants. On the first floor is located the 
large, light and commodious grocery store 28 
feet front by (U in depth, together with base- 
ment. This is occupied by the proprietor, Mr. 
.J. F. .Johnson, as a firstclass grocery store. 
Mr. Johnsoti was born at Kockport, Cape Ann, 
moving to Maine when very young; was reared 
on a farm with temperate habits. Coming to 
the city at the age of IS, a stranger, he found em- 
ployment in a retail grocery store working three 
years as clerk, when he engaged in this busi- 
ness on his own account. June 18, 187i\ at the 
corner of Milford St. and Shawmut Avenue. By 
close attention to business the store was soon 
too small to accommodate the increasing busi- 
ness when the owner was prevailed upon to en- 
large it by extending it back through another 
building, thus giving increased facilities. This 
also proved inadequate to the growing trade 
and this new building was built, designed to 
contain a grocery store which would meet the 
growing requirements of the trade. Now after 
eighteen years successful experience in sup- 
plying the wants of the South End trade he feels 
grateful for patronage, and solicits a still wider 
field of distribution, believing his patrons want 
the best of goods, honest dealing, and prompt 
delivery of goods at the lowest cash price pos- 
sible. Give him a trial. 




Banks & Harriinau, Dealers in Fresh 
and Salt Meats, and Manufacturers of the 
Original Corn Cob Ham; Fruit, Vegetables, Poul- 
try and Game, Stalls 26 to 82 Washington Market. 
Washington Market is a 
big building, and contains 
a large number of business 
houses, but "there is room 
enough for all" in the 
patronage of the public as 
well as in the building 
mentioned, and each house 
has its circle of patrons 
that prefers its methods 
to those of any other. 
Well, those doing business with Messrs. Banks 
& Harriman. of Stnlls 26 to 32 Washington 
Market, certainly have abundant reason to be 
satisfied with the treatment they receive, for 
this popular concern has built up its present 
very large trade by strict adherence to all 
promises, and by invariably supplying standard 
goods at low prices. This is a firm and endur- 
ing foundation on which to build, and as these 
business methods are employed today as much as 
ever they were, it follows that ilessrs. Banks &, 
Harriman have no reason to anticipate any falling 
off in their growing patronage. Fresh and Salt 
Meats, Fruits, Vegetables, Poultry and Game- 
such in a general way are the goods they handle, 
but little real idea of what their stock actually 
consists of is to be had without a personal in- 
spection of the exceptionally varied and well- 
selected assortment which they offer. No 
special class of trade is catered to, for there are 
ample facilities at hand to supply goods suited 
to all tastes, and whether the most expensive 
or the cheapest cuts are wanted, this firm can 
supply them at bottom rates. Both members 
of the firm are natives of Boston, and employ- 
ment is given to five assistants. In addition to 
their extensive trade in Fresh Meats. Provisions, 
Fruits and Vegetables, Messrs. Banks & Harri- 
man have recently opened in the basement a 
large smoking es'tablishment, fully equipped 
with every necessary facility for the business of 
smoking by the "Corn Cob' Process," of which 
they are the only firm in Massachusetts having 
this patent rigiit. Curing adds greatly to the 
flavor and wholesomeness of the Hams, and the 
extensive jiatronage this branch of their bLisi- 
ness has already received, gives evidence of its 
continued success. Every Ham, Bacon and 
Roasted Ham bearing the brand "Corn Cob," 
will be found unexcelled for flavor and general 
excellence. Choice hogs only are used, and 
every effort is made to keep the quality up to 
the highest standard of excellence. 

W. J. Hard, Dealer in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, 1241 Washington Street, there are not 
a few people who have a preference for being 
served with promptness and politeness when 
purchasing goods of any kind, and such people 
are very apt to fail to see the advantages of 
dealing at an immense establishment where 
there is so beautiful a "system" that while the 
customers are waiting for their goods so much 
time elapses that there is danger of their being 
out of style bt-fore they are received. To speak 
plainly, common sense people like comnion 
sense treatment, and will not tolerate being 



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oblifjed to waste time, as is frequently tlie case 
in the larger stores. Therefore it is not sur- 
prising tiiat such an establislimcnt as that con- 
ducted by Mr. W. J. Hurd, of Xo. 1241 Washing- 
ton Street, should receive cordial support, for 
in this store sensible business methods are ad- 
hered to, and all necessary transactions can be 
Rone through with in a very short time. Mr. 
Hurd began operations in ISTt!, and soon built 
up a thriving trade, for he has always made it a 
point to carry a full stock and olVcr the same at 
bottom rates. The premises occupied are 20 x GO 
feet in size, and comprise one Hoor and a 
basement. Dry and Fancy (Joods of all de- 
scriptions are at hand to choose from, and the 
customer is not obliged to tiavel over several 
acres in order to reach a certain "department." 
The employees are well-informed and courte- 
ous, and as no misrepresentation is permitted at 
this store, callers may feel assured that all arti- 
cles bought here will prove just as represented. 

G. E. Liambert, Dealer in Choice Provis- 
ions, Produce, Fruit, Fish and Oysters, 7(51 Tre- 
mont Street. The great convenience, to say the 
least of it, of liaving relations with a dealer in 
Provisions, who not only carries the finest arti- 
cles in stock, but who may be implicitly de- 
pended upon to supply the same when ordered, 
is not perhaps so apparent to those of small 
experience in housekeeping, as it is to those 
who have had a more extended opportunity to 
become conversant with the practices of some 
dealers in this respect; but at all events it must 
be obvious to all that a house which bears such 
a reputation as that enjoyed by the one con- 
ducted by Mr. G. E. Lambert, must be in the 
highest degree Avorthy of public appreciation 
and patronage. Mr. Lambert was born in Al- 
fred, Maine, and founded the undertaking since 
carried on by him in 1880. One floor and a 
basement are occupied, of the dimensions of 
20 X 0.5 feet, and as employment is afforded to 
six efficient and polite as.sistants, all orders are 
assured the most prompt and careful attention. 
A very large stock is carried of Choice Provi- 
sions of all descriptions, and special attention 
is paid to the handling of Canned Goods, Coun- 
try Produce, Foreign and Domestic Fruit, etc. 
In the line of Fish and Oysters a brisk trade is 
carried on, and every precaution is taken to 
supply only such P'isli and lin<'ly flavored arti- 
cles of this kind as will fully maintain the high ; 
reputation held for excellence in this depart- 
ment. Prices are reasonable, and orders quickly 
and accurately delivered. 



Josepli A. Hart, 597 Trcmont Street, Fine 
Confectionery, Ice Cream, Soda. There are few 
residents in this part of the city who are not 
more or less familiar with the establishment of 
J. A. Hart which for the past tvvo years has 
been prominently before the public as head- 
quarters for Confectionery and Ice Cream. 
This House was founded by its present proprie- 
tor in 1886. The premises occupied for the 
transaction of this business are located at 597 
Tremont Street and consists of one floor and 
basement each 22 x 70 feet in dimensions com- 
prising a very attractive store with an Ice Cream 
parlor in the rear. The energies of this house 
are devoted to the retail trade in confectionery 



of alltkiuds, and Ice Cream of which they han- 
dle only the finest grades. Employment is giv- 
en to only thoroughly skilled and experienced 
assistants and all orders are promptly tilled and 
Ice Cream delivered to all parts of the city week 
days and Sundays at forty cents per quart. In 
all dei)artments of this business there is a 
marked orderly and systematic method for the 
proper and correct conduct of each operation of 
the work, thereby ensuring a uniformly first- 
class product. Orders by telephone promptly 
attended to. Mr. Hart is a native of Boston 
and is proficient in the confectionery business. 



Forre.st L. West, Dealer in Watches, 
Clocks, Jewelry, Spectacles and Eye-glasses, 
522 Tremont Street. It is a mistake to suppose 
that it is always possible to make a saving in 
the purchasing of goods by buying them in 
town, for in not a few instances it will be found 




that quite the contrary is the case, and that 
actually better bargains are obtainable south of 
Dover Street than are to be had the other side 
of that thoroughfare. But without entering 
into any argument on this subject, we may at 
least point out an establishment where the 
prices are uniformly low, the goods uniformly 
reliable, and the treatment accorded to callers 
uniformly courteous, and this store may be 
found at Xo. 522 Tremont Street, under the con- 
trol of Mr. F. L. West, successor to George R. 
Lean. The enterprise was inaugurated in 1872, 
by Mr. C. P. Abbott, and passed into the hands 
of Mr. Lean in 18S4. Mr. West has no small 
reason to congratulate himself on the manner 
in which the business has increased since pass- 
ing into his possession. He occupies one fioor 
of the dimensions of 14 x 35 feet, and carries an 
extremely varied and desirable stock of Watches, 
Clocks, Jewelry, Spectacles and Eye-glasses, 
which, as we have before stated, is offered at 
very low rates. Every facility is at hand for 
the doing of Fine Watch Repairing at the 
shortest possible notice and least expense, and 
the work done hero is by no means to be con- 
founded with that tuined out at other establish- 
ments run by "Watchmakers" who evidently 
served their apprenticeship in a blacksmith 
shop. The Repairing of French and Old 
English Clocks is made a specialty, and every 
effort is made to combine satisfactory and dura- 
ble results with low prices. We can heartily 
commend Mr. West's work, and do so without 
reserve. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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H. H. Robinson. 

Gen:iral Agent. 

1689 Washington Street, 

Boston, Mass. 




Vineyards 5. Cellars 

CORDELIA , 

SOLANO CO 



CAL! FOR Ml A. 



When more "imported champa_ii;ne"' is consumed 
in this country than the entire champaone re- 
gion produces, when chemist after chemist 
comes forward to declare as a result of his 
personal analysis that much of the stuff sold 
as foreign wine is simply an infjenious con- 
coction of drugs and dyestuft's. cuntaining not 
one particle of rirape-Juice, when expert after 
expert stakes liis reputation on the assertion 
that this country can and does produce natural 
wines, equal to any to be found anywhere, it 
would seem as if the most confirmed admirer of 
"imported" articles would begin to think it 
time to at least investigate for himself. Despite 
all that has been said and written concerning 
California, few Eastern people have an adequate 
idea of the climate and agiicultural resources 
of that wonderful State, and still fewer appre- 
ciate the difference that exists between the va- 
rious parts of the country within her borders as 
regards its grape raising facilities. That a 
prejudice exists against California wine in some 
quarters, is unfortunately true, and it is to be 
regretted that the questionable practices carried 
on by certain houses handling this commodity, 
should have served to confirm the poor opinion 
of it that has been assiduously spread by those 
interested in so-called " Foreign '' wines. The 
Cordelia Wine Co., of Cordelia. Solano county, 
California, has been established for '2'> years, and 
during every month of that period has striven 
to so improve the grapes they raised, and their 
methods of cultivation as to enable them to pro- 
duce a pure ivine that would at least hold its 
own W'ith the finest imported article. They have 
succeeded, and now offer to Boston patrons, 
through their general asent. Mr. II. H. Robin- 
son, doing business at Xo. 1GS9 Washington St., 
under the Commonwealth Hotel, a complete as- 
sortment of the various brands of wine of which 
twenty-one kinds are handled, embracing all the 
varieties, which are offered at extremely low 
rates, considering the quality of tlie goods, and 
sold either by the bottle or in bulk, at whole- 
sale or retail, and which bears on every bottle 
a sworn statement, signed by the officers of the 
company, and setting forth the fact that noth- 
ing but tlie pure j nice of the grape is contained 
therein. In order to familiarize the public with 
the many excellencies of these wines, Mr. Eob- 



J inson supplies them at retail as well as at whole- 
sale, and invites those who desire to personally 
satisfy themselves that the goods are of fine 
flavor, as well as of undoubted purity to call 
and test their quality, carefully and thoroughly. 
A spacious store is occupied, of the dimensions 
of 35x90 feet, with basement for storage and a 
very lartre stock is carried, wholesale and retail 
orders being filled without delay. Mi-. Robin- 
son is a native of Boston, and employs three as- 
sistants. He is to be congratulated on the en- 
ergy and skill he has displayed in extending his 
trade since beginnina' operations in ISST, and 
there can be no doubt but that Cordelia wine 
will soon hold the place in the Xew England 
market that its merits entitle it to. We would 
also call attention to the following facts: 

This is the only house recievnig Wines in car- 
load lots direct from the vineyard, and th«y can 
therefore vouch for the purity. 

They own the land and raise their own grapes. 

They make their own wine and sell no other. 

The wines being always in their own hands, 
they can guarantee their purity. 

No sugar or anything else added to the grape 
juice. 

They have the finest cellars, the most improved 
[ machinery, and the best wine makers. 

At great cost they imported cuttings from 
France, Germany and Spain, and now have vines 
in full bearing from these cuttings and have 
wine made from their ])roduct. 

The wine made from these grapes is superior 
to any imported, as it is the first juice and the 
pomace thrown away. 

This wiue is thoroughly matured before being 
offered for sale. 

This wine is simply grape juice, preserved by 
nature's own process of fermentation. 

A sworn aflidavit, signed by president, secre- 
tary and superintendent of the company hangs 
in their office, 108'.) Washinoton street, under 
Commonwealth Hotel, and one hundred dollars 
reward will be paid if anything except pure 
grape juice is found in any of their wines. A 
copy of the affidavit vvill be on all bottles. 

Ladies will please notice that this is simply a 
wine house with no bar, sample-rooms, cigars or 
loafers. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



W. S. Foly-or «V CO., Pharmacists; Jus- 
tin Whitney & Co., 72:! Tremout Street, 
Corner Concord Square. Of all tlie many pliar- 
maceutica! establishments located in tiie city 
of Boston, tliere are but few that can look 
back on a score of years of usefulness, and 
even ainon<i those tiiat can do so, it is by no 
means all that have the reasons to rest satisfied 
with llie record thus far made that are held by 
that conducted by Messrs. W.F. Folder & Co., at 
No. T2.J Tremont Street. Corner of Concord 
Square. The establishment alluded to is pir 
excellt'iice a Family Druji Store. It hears prac- 
tically the same relation to the ordinary city 
drugstore that the •' family physician " does 
to his brother professionals who have not at- 
tained that position; and, like him, while Jiivinjj 
all needful and possible aid to stranj^ers, it 
nevertheless linds its lii<;hest and most couj^en- 
ial fielii of usefulness in serving those atnonc; 
its customers who appeal to it in other than a 
strictly business way. There is a feeiinffof con- 
fidence e.xperieoced when dealiuf? with this 
house, which, althous;h hardly definable, is yet 
distinctly appreciable: and we are very happy 
to take this opportunity to state that this feel- 
ing is fully justified by the facts, for we know 
of no other pharmacy in the entire city, wheie 
more scrupulous, intellip;eut and unrcmittinfj 
care is exorcised in the frlliuijc of orders, and 
naore particulaily in the compounding of physi- 
cians' prescriptions. The full supply of Drugs, 
Chemicals, etc., carried, permits all such com- 
missions to be executed without delay, and it 
may be added that the prices are as low as at 
many simiiar establishments where no such 
precautions are observed. Mr. Whitney, who 
succeeded Mr. Folgcr several years ago, is a 
native of Westminster, Mass., and employs 
three thoioughly competent assistants. 



Jj. H. Lanfair, Carpenter and builder, 97 
Chapman Street, cor. Tremont. All kinds of 
Jobbing promi)tly attended to. FJut a compara- 
tively small proportion of those who build 
houses for themselves, can spare the lime to 
superintend the construction in person, and it 
is therefore of no small importance to engage 
the services of a Builder who may be trusted to 
carry out every detail as was agreed upon. 
Boston is fortunate in having within her borders 
many practical builders of high reputati(ni, but 
among them all, there is not one more worthy 
ofconfidence than Mr. L. H. Lanfair, doing busi- 
ness on Chapman Street, near Tremont. This 
gentleman began operations in 18S4, and is well 
known in the community, being a native of 
Boston. The premises occupied by him, meas- 
ure 20 X 4") feet, and employment is <;iveu to a 
large number of compett-nt assistants, this 
force being considerably increased at certain 
.seasons. Mr. Lanfair has had an extensive 
experience in his line of business, and is in a 
position to render valuable assistance to those 
who wish to build a residence, but do not know 
just what they want. lie will bo found entirely 
willing to give any information in his power, 
and owing to his careful study of the sul)ject, he 
is well prepared to oifer suggestions that may 
save much useless expense. . Jobbiniorders are 
attended to without delay, and very low prices 
are (juoted for first-class work. 



Youuff'.s Home Made Bakery, 1491 
Washington. Cor. Canton Streets. The con- 
trast between the low, dingy and shabby ap- 
pearing stores in which bakeries were generally 
conducted a few years ago. and such magnifi- 
cent establishments as that carried on by Mr. 
C. L. Young at No. 14IH Washington Street, 
corner of Canton, is a most decided and signifi- 
cant one and shows that the public are begin- 
ning to demand first-class accommodations in 
every respect. The store occupied by Mr. 
Young is of the dimensions of 2") x A'j feet, is 
supplied with large plate-glass windows in 
which a portion of the stock is tastefully ar- 
ranged and, taken all in all. is doubtless one of 
the most attractive bakeries in Boston. But 
beauty, although all very well in its way, goes 
for but little unless there are other good quali- 
Ities to back it up, and Mr. Young's establish- 
ment, dainty as it is, would receive but little 
patronage were it not for the fact that the goods 
he offers are as appetizing and wholesome as 
the store in which they are sold is spacious and 
handsome. These goods comprise Bread, Cake 
and Pastry of all descriptions, and they are 
supplied fresh several times a day, so that their 
original virtues arc not impaired by long keep- 
ing. Mr. Young is a native of Bethel, Maine, 
and began oper;vtions in this business in 1872, 
opening the present store in 1SS(5. He is a 
member of the Odd Fellov,-s, and several other 
organizations, and is a believer in energy being 
applied to any undertaking, no matter how 
firmly it maybe established. .\s a consequence 
he is constantly trying to improve his service 
to the public and this course is appreciated by 
the rapidly growing number of his patrons. 
Employment is given to live efficient assistants 
and prompt attention is assured to every caller. 

Georsre F. Dow, Choice Provisions, For- 
eign and Domestic Fruits, Butter, Lard, Eggs, 
etc., Fish and Oysters, 1179 Washington Street, 
opposite Grand Opera House. Even when it is 
conceded that the field cultivated by Mr. Geo. 
F. Dow is a wide and promising one, it must be 
admitted that the development of that gentle- 
man's business has been remarkably rapid and 
pronounced since its inception in 187.'), and to 
those who are familiar with the methods em- 
ployed at his establishment, the success at- 
tained by him will be hailed with no small grat- 
ification, for Mr. Dow has from the beginning 
manifested a desire to '"do the fair thing," that 
has won for him many friends. The premises 
occupied comprise one floor and a basement, 
and measure 25 x .')0 feet, employment being 
•riven to live experienced a.ssistants. The store 
is located at No. 1179 Washington Street, oppo- 
site the Grand Opera House, and is occupied by 
a most extensive assortment of Fine Provisions, 
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Butter. Lard, 
Egtrs, etc., as well as a complete stock of Fresh 
Fish and Oysters. Mr. Dow gives special at- 
tention to the handling of Cre.amery Butter, and 
can furnish the finest goods in the market in 
this line. Fresh (.'ountry Eizgs are also obtain- 
able at his store at the lowest prices, and the 
supply of Fruits carried will be found to be full 
and desirable, while those who a])preciate po- 
lite treatment and fair dealing will find addi- 
tional reason for patronizing th.s store. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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W. W. Newcomb, De:iler in Fresh and 
Salt P'ish, Oysters, Clams & Lobsters. 5'i <Sr b-i 
Wasbiugton Market. It is a generally under- 




stood fact, that much of the value of any Q,[ven 
product is due to the manner in which it is 
handled preparatory to beinj; sold, and particu- 
larly is this the case when food products are 
broucjht into the question. Of course, even in 
food-products there is no small variation as to 
the effects of improper handling and these ef- 
fects are apt to be most clearly manifest where 
so perishable a commodity as fish is concerned. 
We all want our tish as fresh as possible, that 
is, if they are going to be fre'^h at all. and there- 
fore we take pleasure in inviting our readeis to 
learn of the advantnges offered by Mr. \V. W. 
Newcomb of Stalls Xos. b■^ and 5.; Washington 
Market, for at this establishment especial atten- 
tion is given to the handling of Fresh Fish of :dl 
descriptions as well as of Oysters, Clams and 
Lobsters. Mr. Newcomb also sells Smoked and 
Pickled Fish of excellent quality, but, as we 
have before remarked, gives particular atten- 
tion to the sale of Fresh Fish. He is a native of 
Wellfleet, and is a prominent meftiber of various 
Fraternal Societies, beiuir connected with the 
Knights of Pythias. Knights of Honor. Free Ma- 
sons and the United Friends. Business was be- 
gun in 1S7T and a larjre proportion of Mr. New- 
comb's extensive trade is with those who have 
dealt with him for many years, as his business 
methods are such as will retain the patronau'e 
of those who can appreciate fair dt-aling and 
unswerving integrity. Orders will be called for 
and promptly delivered and every effort made 
to maintain the exceptionally high reputation 
now enjoyed. 



C. G. Campbell, Painter and Glazier, 
Chapman Street, near Tremont. It is always 
good policy to keep a frame structure well 
painted, for paint is cheaper than wood, and an 
occasional renewal of a house's outer covering 
•will add many years to the life of the edifice. 
Appearances also demand that this be done, 
and there is therefore no excuse for neglecting 
it, especially as the expense is comparatively 
small, and the effect so lasting. There are 
many good and reliable painters in this city, 
and it is not our purpose or our desire to draw 
invidious comparisons, but for all that we pro- 
pose to call attention to such enterprises a.'? de- 
serve special mention, and hence take this op- 
portunity to notice the establishment conduct- 
ed by Mr. C. G. Campbell, on Chapman Street, 
near Tremont. This was opened in 1885, and 
Mr. Campbell has since shown himself to be a 
skillful and experienced painter and glazier, 
who gives prompt and painstaking attention to 
orders, and employs only reliable assistants. 
The premises utilized are of the dimensions of 
20 X o5 feet, and every needful facility is at 
hand for the effectual and satisfactory filling of 
orders at the shortest possible notice. The 
stock used is of standard quality, and the low- 
est market rates are quoted. 



Jobn T. Powers, Grocer, 743 Tremont 
Street, and 107 Worcester Stieet, Dealer in 
Choice Wines and Family Supplies. It is very 
nearly thirty years since Mr. John T. Powers 
founded the business he now carries on and it 
is not too much to say that there is not a Grocer 
in the section of the city supplied by him that 
is better known or more generally esteemed. 
Mr. Poweis was born in Brighton and inaugu- 
rated his present enterprise in 1861. He is 
a member of the Free Masons and has many 
friends in Boston and vicinity, some of whom 
became acquainted with him while he held the 
position of book-keeper just before starting in 
the grocery business at the Parker House, 
where he was employed for four years. The 
premises occupied are of the dimensions of 20 x 
90 feet and comprise one floor and a basement, 
being located at No. 743 Tremont Street. Al- 
though fine staple and fancy groceries of all de- 
scriptions aie handled, a specialty is made of 
the sale of Family Flour and all possible diver- 
gencies of taste are provided for in this line, all 
the a])proved brands of Southern, Western and 
Canadian Flour being dealt in. Fine Teas and 
Coffees are also given particular atteniion and 
full weight, low prices and uniformly superior 
goods combine to make this department a for- 
midable rival to many houses which handle 
nothing but Teas and Coffees. Cocoa and 
Broma are also handled for the benefit of those 
preferring them for any reason and are offered 
at the lowest market rates. Butter in any de- 
sired quaiitity, Cheese both old and new and the 
finest Leaf Lard are also dealt in largely, and 
the stock of choice wines and family supplies 
on hand includes goods that are fully warranted 
to prove just as represented. 



E. B. Cro.sby, Dealer in Beef, Mutton 
Lamb. Veal, Butter atid Country Produce, No. 
137 Northampton Sueet. A well ordered and 
honoiably conducted Market where families can 
be supplied, always promptly, with a class of 
goods that can be relied upon as iresh and first- 
class, is an important industry of a city. The 
one heading this sketch has been in existence 
since 1880, when it was established by its pres- 
ent proprietor, and since that date it has been 
conducted under the style of E. 13. Crosby. His 
house has met the wants of the communily to 
such a degree that its trade has rapidly increased 
and now does an extensive business. The trade 
of this Market recpiires the stock to be often re- 
plenished, so that it is constantly filled with a 
fresh and desirable assortment of provisions of 
all kinds, also Beef, Mutton. Lamb, Veal, etc., 
a specialty being made of Butter aud Country 
Produce. This popular Market is located at 
137 Northampton Street, and covers an area of 
20 X 4") feet, with a cellar of the same size 
which is utilized for storage purposes. ISIr. 
Crosby endeavors to meet the wants of all who 
desire first-class goods at fair prices. Mr. Cros- 
by is a native of Boston. He enlisted in the 
Eleventh Massachusetts Regiment, Company H, 
and was activt-ly engaged in twenty-two of the 
most noted battles which occurred during the 
late Rebellion, among which were the battles of 
Bull Run, (Gettysburg, etc. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



S. F. Coney, Cijrars and Tobacco, 492 Tie- 
mont Street. One of tlie most amusin<T thinf;s 
fallinj; to the notice of an observer of Iiumau 
nature, is the eagerness shown l)y certain zeal- 
ous "reformers" to make everybody as misera- 
ble as themselves, and one of their favorite 
methods is to come out witli alarming; statistics 
rcKardiuj; the use of tobacco. Forfjettinij that 
tl)e avera<je of human life has frreatly increased 
since tobacco was introeluced, for^etlinji that 
there are as many able and honest physicians 
that approve of tobacco-usin^ as there are that 
oppose it, for;;ettin<i, in fact, everythini^ atjainst 
their pet theories and rememberinj; everythinj^ 
favoring them, — they rant and roar and groan 
and shake their heads and predict dire disaster, 
and accomplish — what? Well, they make some 
people feel uncomfortable for a while, to be 
sure, but their exertions affect the use of to- 
bacco about as much as a heavy ship holds 
down the waves — the smaller ripples may 
be interfered with, but the ocean moves the 
sliip and not the ship the ocean. Good cigars 
and good tobacco, used in modeiation, will 
hurt no one, and to get such goods, go to the 
store conducted bj' Mr. S. F. Coney at Xo. 492 
Treniont Street. This gentleman began opera- 
tions in 1SS5; and the excellence and moderate 
price of the articles sold b^' him have caused 
his trade to rapidly and steadily increase. One 
floor measuring 2') x :)0 feet is occupied, and a 
line assortment is carried of all the popular 
brands of Tobacco, both smoking and chewing, 
as well as one of the finest lines of Imported 
and Dcmiestic Cigars to be found in this city. 
Some of the Cigars sold here for live cents will 
compare very favorably with those for which 
double that price is charged elsewhere, and all 
tlie goods are quoted at bottom rates. 



Tlie Blair Camera Co., Manufacturers of 
Photographic Apparatus, Factory <Sc Ware- 
rooms, 4T1-47.J-47T Tremont .Street. It seems a 
curious coincidence, that with the great revival 
of interest in out-door recreations that is now 
being manifested, there should occur a discov- 
ery in the line of photography, that permits of 
the bulky paraphernalia of the old process be- 
ing dispensed with in favor of the "dry-plate" 
system of securing negatives, for by reason of 
this discovery and its application, out-door 
ramblers of all sorts, tlie canoeist, the bicyclist, 
the yachtsman, the oarsman, yes even the pe- 
destrian, are able, not only to look upon the 
manifold beauties of nature themselves and for 
the time being, but also to secure for the en- 
tainment of their friends an enduring record 
of any uncommon or beautiful scene that may 
be presented to them during their wanderings, 
a record that in after days will serve to recall 
many a happy hour. The Blair Camera Com- 
pany, rank with the best-known manufacturers 
of riiotographic Apparatus in the country, and 
the fame of the various ap))liances they i)ro- 
duce, is by no means confined to New ICngland 
but has extended to about every portion of the 
United States. The "Blair Lucidograph" has 
met with an immense sale, and it is stoutly 
maintained by not a few leading amateurs, that 
there is no portable Photographic apparatus 
manufactured, that can compare with it in ef- 
fectiveness, reliability and lowness of price. 



That it is an entirely practical arrangement 
needs no proof, for some of the finest negatives 
of waterfalls, boats and trains in motion and 
other difhcult subjects that have ever been se- 
emed, are due to the Lucidograph and it is an 
established institution in the Photographic 
world. The Blair Camera Co. began opera- 
tions in 1880, and its business has steadily in- 
creas(;d, until now it requires the occupancy of 
live floors measuring oO x lou feet, and the em- 
ployment of thirty efficient assistants to keep 
up with the demand. Tliu factory and ware- 
rooms are at Nos. 471, 47."j and 477 Tremont 
Street, where an exclusively wholesale business 
is done, the Lucidograph and other specialties 
of this concern being handled at retail by near- 
ly all the first-class dealers. The President of 
the Company is Mr. 1). L. (ioff, and the Treas- 
urer and .Manager, Mr. T. II. Blair. Both of 
these gentlemen are well-known business men, 
and to their energy and push much of the suc- 
cess attained is due. 



Cafe Waquoit, 249 Columbus Ave., Louis 
Frenkel. There is probably no business, if we 
except that of carrying on a hotel, in which the 
personality of the proprietor is more accurately 
reflected in the methods employed and the re- 
sults attained than in that of conducting a Res- 
taurant or Cafe. It is a singular, but none the 
less assured fact, that two-thirds of our city 
restaurants are well-nigh intolerable to people 
of good breeding, and without entering into a 
consideration of the reasons for this state of 
affairs, let us call the attention of our readers 
to an establishment that is all the more worthy 
of mention and of appreciation on account of 
the f.icts previously alluded to. We refer to 
the well-known "Cafe Waquoit" located at No. 
249 Columbus Avenue and fully deserving the 
description given on its business card — "First- 
class Cafe for Ladies and Gentlemen." Its 
popular proprietor, Mr. Louis Frenkel, is a na- 
tive of Germany and has an extremely large 
circle of friends in the community. He gives 
close personal attention to the direction of the 
Cafe and strives to treat his guests with liberal- 
ity as well as vvith fairness, neglecting no 
opportunity to improve the character of the ser- 
vice rendered, and at all times supplying the 
best food the market affords, at reasonable 
rates. The premises utilized measure 2'j x G5 
feet and include one floor and a basement, 
there being seating capacity for sixty people. 
Although a specialty is made of Table Board, 
the business is not confined to this department, 
but includes the sale of choice ice-cream, cigars, 
etc. Mr. Frenkel's cream being celebrated for 
its delicate ll.ivor and careful making. Every- 
thing in and about the establishment is orderly, 
neat and attractive and we can sincerely com- 
mend it to the patronage of our readers. Mr. 
Frenkel makes a specialty of a five course table 
d' bote dinner for :]■') cents from 5 to 7.30 p. m.; 
breakfast; and luncheon 2') cents each. The.se 
are a great convenience to the number of peo- 
ple having furnished rooms in this vicinity. Pat- 
rons number from six hundred to seven hundred 
and fifty per day. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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Stephen Gale, Apothecary, Wasbinston 
Street, Corner Chester Square. An establish- 
ment which is fortunately located, well managed 
and completely equipped, must of necessity en- 
joy a larfre share of the public patronage, and as 
the Apothecary store conducted by Mr. Stephen 
Gale at the corner of Washington Street and 
Chester Square, possesses ail these advantages, 
it goes without saying that its proprietor has no 
reason to complain of lack of custom. Mr. 
Gale was born in Portland, Me., and became 
connected with the undertaking he now con- 
trols in 18S0, having lor many years previous 
been associated with one of the South End 
druggists. He has spared no pains to make 
the establishment a tirst-class city pharmacy in 
every sense of the word, and has striven espe- 
cially hard to so systematize operations in the 
prescription department, that errors would be 
practically impossible. To secure this end, 
every modern facility for the handling, measur- 
ing, etc., of Drngs and Chemicals has been made 
use of, and tbe results attained are best seen in 
the hundreds of prescriptions tilled annually 
without a mistake of any kind. It is therefore 
perfectly natural that this establishment should 
rate liigh in the confidence of the public, espe- 
cially when it is noted tliat no exorbitant 
charges are made under any circumstances. 
The premises occupied comprise one floor and a 
basement, and are 20 x 70 feet in dimensions. 
Employment is afforded two experienced and 
careful assistants, and courteous and prompt 
attention is as.sured every caller. A fine line 
of Fancy Goods, Toilet Articles, etc., is offered 
for sale at prices worthy of careful comparison 
with those of many other concerns, and every- 
thing sold by Mr. Gale may be depended upon 
to prove as represented. 



and the system of delivery is such that orders 
are assured prompt and accurate treatment. 
The prices are as low as the lowest, quality con- 
sidered, and no misrepresentation of goods is 
permitted or made. 



F. H. & W. F. Dowell, Dealers in Fine 
Groceries, Xo. 463 Columbus Avenue, Under 
Hotel Clifton. An establishment which may 
■well be given prominent mention as an excellent 
example of a well-managed Grocery house is 
that of which Messrs. F. H. and W. F. Dowell are 
the proprietors, located at Xo. 460 Columbus Ave- 
nue, under Hotel Clifton. The proofs of the 
liberal and intelligent manner in which this en- 
terprise is conducted are visible on every side 
in one form or another, but perhaps the most 
conclusive is that afforded by the exceptional 
development of the trade since business was 
begun in 1SS6. When the undertaking was 
founded, in the year above mentioned, there 
were, of course, many other concerns in the 
vicinity engaged in a similar line of business, 
and to have attained the success which has 
been granted Messrs. F. H. & W. F. Dowell iu 
tbe face of such competition speaks volumes for 
the ability and enterprise of those having charge 
of operations. Both members of the firm are 
natives of Boston, and are perfectly acquainted 
with the demands of a high-class city trade. 
Tbe premises occupied are of the dimensions 
of 30 X 100 feet, and include one floor and a 
basement. Five active and courteous assistants 
are employed, and the stock on h;uid comprises 
one of the most carefully selected assortments 
of Fine Groceries to be found in the city. Every 
effort is made to handle only such gooils as are 
sure to give entire and uniform satisfaction, 



Worcester Conuty Creamery; Butter; 
Pure Creamy Milk Delivered in G"^lass Jars; 
Cheese and Fresh Eggs; 49 Berkeley Street, 
Parker Memorial Building; Branch Store, 503 
Dudley Street. The constant complaints that 
were made, year in and year out, by the con- 
sumer of milk, butter and other dairy products, 
have finally borne fruit in the establishment of 
quite a number of enterprises having for their 
object the supplying of goods of this descrip- 
tion against whicli no objection could reasona- 
bly be urged, and although it is notorious that 
some of these "Creameries" have much more 
cream in their name than they have in their 
products, still there are others which really do 
deal only in strictly pure and fresh articles, and 
among such is that known as the "Worcester 
County Creamery " located at Xo. 40 Berkeley 
Street, Parker Memorial Building, and having a 
branch store at No. .503 Dudley Street, Roxbury. 
Inaugurated by Mr. C. Brigham in 18S0, this un- 
dertaking ha.s been continued since 1883 by Mi\ 
Geo. B. Bruce, who has manifested no little 
ability and determined perseverance in pushing 
it aloni; to its present success in the face of an 
opposition, the nature of whicli those unfamil- 
iar with the " inside" history of the city's milk 
supply have not the least idea of. But, however, 
he is in a position today to defy either calumny 
or dishonorable competition of any kind, and 
can confidently rely for support on the public he 
has served so faithfully. One floor and a base- 
ment are utilized, and a fine assortment of But- 
ter (made fresh every day). Cheese, Eggs, etc., 
is always on hand. Pure Creamery Milk is de- 
livered in Glass Jars, and both quantity and 
quality are guaranteed to prove as represented. 
The prices are very low, when the quality of 
the goods is considered, and the facilities at 
hand are such that customers ai"e assured of 
prompt and polite attention. 



W. W. Jone.s, Dealer in All Kinds of 
Fresh, Salt, and Smoked Fish, Clams and 
Oysters, 158 Xorthampton Street. All orders 
promptly attended to. Occupying a conspicu- 
ous position among the retail. Fish Markets of 
this section of Boston, the establishment of 
Wm. W. Jones is worthy of more than a passing 
notice in this volunie. This business was es- 
tablished in 1887, and has rapidly advanced in 
public favor. The i)remises occupied by this 
house for business purposes are located at No. 
15S Xorthampton Street, and comprise a fine 
store, 20 x 2-') feet in dimensions. The stock 
comprises all kinds of Fresh, Salt, and Smoked 
Fish, Clams, and Oysters. The prices will be 
found as reasonable as first-class goods can be 
sold. Orders will be promptly filled, and de- 
livered free, to all parts of the city, and polite 
and attentive treatment will be accorded to all 
who visit this Market. Mr. Jones has built up 
a large trade and acquired the reputation of a 
careful conservative business man, and highly, 
respected citizen. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



S. F. Kittri'dsre, dealer in Provisions, 
Fruit and Votretables, Poultry. Game, Butter 
and Egcrs, 2S0 Sliawmut Avenue, (opposiie 
Hanson street.) There is no commercial inter- 
est whatever, whicli comes nearer to the life 
and homes of all our citizens than that of the 
retail trade in Provisions, and it is a depart- 
ment in which are needed and exercised the 
most balanced judirment and thorou;;jh kuow- 
ledoje. That these are marked characteristics 
of the old established house of Mr. S. F. Kit- 
tredfje is shown by the appreciative patrona<^e 
which has met its enterprisinti and honorable 
endeavors. This business was established by 
its present proprietor, in Williams Market, in 
18.')2, where he remained until removing to 
present location in 1SS7. The careful wisdom 
and foresipjlit which have thus far marked all 
its transactions are lastin<;j assurances of in- 
cieasin<:j progiessand success in the near future. 
The premises occupied comprise one tioor and 
basement, each 2b x GO feet in dimensions, 
and are located at Xo. 2n0 Shawmut Ave- 
nue. Five assistants are constantly employed, 
and the stock carried consists of first-class 
Provisions, fresh Fruits and Vci^etabies, I'oal- 
try and Game, liutter and Kfijis- Goods deliv- 
ered free to any part of city or HiKhlands. The 
prices are exceptionally reasonable for the best 
goods, and prudent buyeis will recognize after 
a short trial, that this is one of the houses with 
which it is both most economical, pleasant and 
profitable to deal. Mr. Kittredge is a native of 
N. II., and a thoroughly reliable and esteemed 
business man and citizen. 



Galen AVoodruft's Pharmacy, 500 Tremont 
Street, Corner Dover. An establishment which 
does a very large business, owing not only to its 
favorable location but also to the exceptionally 
high reputation which its pro))rietor has at- 
tained as a skillful and reliable dispensing chem- 
ist, is that conducted by Mr. (ialen Woodruff at 
the corner of Tremont and Dover Streets. This 
enterprise had its inception in 1870, so that it 
has now been before the public nearly a score 
of years; and it is but simple justice to say that 
more convincing proofs of the entire trust- 
worthiness of its management are perceptible 
with each added year. Mr. Woodruff is one of 
the leading practical pharmacists in the city. 
Recognizing the fact that no skill however great 
can accomplish satisfactory results while em- 
ploying poor material, he makes it a point to 
keep a full and varied assortment of Drugs, etc., ; 
constantly on hand and is therefore prepared 
to undertake the compounding of physicians' 
prescriptions of any nature, with a guarantee 
that the ingredients used shall be the best that 
the market affords. Nothing is left to " luck" 
in the jtrescripticn department of this pharmacy 
and all that care and foresight can do to com- 
mand accuracy is assured. Mr. Woodruff' has 
able and courteous assistants in Messrs H. II. 
Dudley and C. (J. Emerson who may be lelied 
upon to zealously strive to accommodate every 
patron. The store is 20 x :;.-> feet in size, and a 
basement of similar dimensions is also utilized. 
Delicious Soda with Choice Fruit and Cream 
Syrups is dispensed here at five cents a glass, 
and the immense (piantity sold shows that its 
(piality and cheapness are fully appreciated. 



Fox Brothers, Grocers, 08-5 and (3S7 Tre- 
mont Street. One of the very best examples of 
what a Metropolitan Grocery Store should be, 
with which we are familiar, is that afforded by 
the establishment of Messrs. Fox Brothers, at 
Xo. (N.'j Tremont Street, and we believe that it 
would be ditUcult for the most critical to sug- 
gest a needed improvement in the fitting up 
and management of the store under existing 
conditions. Neither pains nor expense is spared 
to make this establishment thoroughly attract- 
ivi; and " wholesome " looking, both within and 
without, and the result is seen in one of the 
neatest and handsomest Grocery Stores in the 
city. Fox Brothers began operations in IBO.j, 
as C'. E, Fox ct Co. (succeeded by the present 
firm); and thus having had very nearly a quar- 
ter of a century's experience, it is only natural 
that they should be perfectly conversant with 
their business in every detail. The i)rcinises 
occupied comprise one fioor and a basement, 
their dimensions being 40 x 70 feet, and employ- 
ment is afforded thirteen efUcient assistants, 
who may be depended on to strive their ut- 
most to show customers prompt and civil 
attention. The stock on hand is so large and 
varied that it would be idle to even attempt a 
full description of it, but it may be said to in- 
clude all kinds of Groceries, both Staple and 
Fancy, and to be as remarkable for uniform 
merit as it is for variety. The very finest fla- 
vored Teas, Coffees and Spices are handled by 
this house, and those who are able to aj)preci- 
ate a good article in this line will find that their 
tastes may be fully suited here, as all grades, 
from the mildest to the strongest, are sujjplied 
at the lowest attainable rates. Canned Goods 
are also given particular attention, and some 
delicious relishes and condiments are also on 
hand. 



A. Keller, Baker and Confectioner, and Ice 
Cream Parlor (ISO Tremont Street. The bakery 
and confectionery business is one in which we 
aie all necessarily interested, and its influence 
and practical importance are acknowledged by 
all. Mr. A. Keller of this city is widely recog- 
nized among lirst-class dealers in this line of 
business in this section of Boston, and every- 
thing made by him is always up to the highest 
standard of purity of material and excellence of 
cooking. TJiis house was established in 1870 
and has since that date been under the wise 
and popular management of its present proprie- 
tor. Mr. Keller now occupies a store and base- 
ment each covering an area of 20x90 feet, 
located at No. O:)'.) Tremont Street, Employment 
is constantly furnished to four very capable as- 
sistants, and an extensive retail trade is trans- 
acted. His Bread, Cake, Pastries and Confec- 
tionery are unexcelled in point of purity, 
richness of fiavor and fine preparations, and all 
his goods are in every way first-class. The 
house has a wide and honorable reputation for 
its liberal management and thorough reliability. 
Mr. Keller is a native of Boston, and is a highly 
esteemed and enterprising business man. lu 
the rear of the store is a commodious Ice Cream 
saloon where all llavors are supplied. Orders 
for families. Church festivals, etc., receive 
prompt attention. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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J. D. Kiiowlton, Pharmacist, Washing- 
ton Street, corner Worcester. The Pharmacy 
carried on by Mr. J. D. Knovvlton al the corner of 
Wasliinffton and Worcester Streets was fonnded 
in 1859 hy I^evi Tovver jr. Tlie firm became 
Tower & Co. in 1879, when Mr. Knowlton en- 
tered the firm. In 1884, .Mr. Knowlton purcliased 
of Mr. lV)vver his interest in the business, and 
has since conducted it alone. This store is one 
of the oidest-establisliod Diufj Stores at the 
South Enil, and, it may be added, is one of tlie 
most trustworthy as well. Mr. Knowlton is a 
native of Boston, and graduated at tlie Massachu- 
setts College of Pharmacy in 1872. lie is a mem- 
ber of the Odd Fellows. The reput;)tioii which the 
establishment conducted by him has attained 
since he took control, is best shown by the fact 
that many South End families make it a point 
to have all their prescriptions compounded here, 
and the wisdom of this course is manifest when 
we consider the many years that Mr. Knowlton 
has been engaged in this class of work and the 
freedom from errors of any kind that marks 
his record. Another point to be considered is 
that his stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, 
etc., is at all times maintained full and com- 
plete in every department, and that especial 
pains are taken to purchase only fresh and 
reliable goods. Then, again, tiio facilities for 
the weighing, etc., of the ingredients utilized 
cannot be improved upon, and although un- 
necessary delay is avoided, still speed is never 
sought at the expense of the i)r<)per care and 
attention. Mr. Knowlton employs four courte- 
ous assistants, and it is hardly necessary to sav 
that these gentlemen will be found competent 
as well as affable. He deals extensively in 
Fine Toilet .-^.rticles. Soaps. Brushes, etc., and 
has a full supply of the standard Patent Med- 
icines in stock. Prices are very reasonable, 
and the articles are wananted to prove as 
represented. Mr. Knowlton also manufactures 



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and starved in appearance. It was really alarm- 
ing to see the amount of dandruff" fall from my 
hair upon running my fingers through it. My 
hair was stilt' and dry. I tried very many prep- 
arations recommended to me, but received no 
relief until I was induced to try your Bayoline, 
and the result i.s, that my hair and scalp are 
now in a perfectly healthy condition, free from 
dandruff, my hair has ceased to fall out, and 
is soft and pliable. I cheerfully recommend 
"Bayoline" to all who wish a healthy hair 
dressing. Yours, &c., 

W. A. McCLELL.VX. 

Dear Siu: — I wish you to know how much 
your Bayoline lias done for me. I am seventy- 
two years old, and had lost nearly all my hair 
from sickness; was in a fair way to lose all of it, 
as nothing which I had tried did me any good. 
When I had nearly despaired of getting any re- 
lief, I purchased a botile of Bayoline and began 
its use. Almost immediate relief was the result. 
My hair stopped falling out, and soon a new 
growth of hair started. I have now used four 
bottles, and I have nearly as thick a head of 
hair as I ever had. I am sure such an excellent 
preparation should be better known, and if this 
testimonial will aid you in any way to introduce 
it, you have my consent to use it in any way 
you may deem fie. 

Respectfully yours, 

J. P. THOMPSON". 

I have used the Bayoline Quuine Hair Tonic 
in my family for a long time, and I can cheer- 
fully and highly recommend it, not only for its 
cleansing qualites, but as a preventive of the 
falling off" of the hair. Being acquainted with 
its composition, I unhesitatingly pronounce it 
free from any deleterious ingredients. 

GEO. H. NICHOLS, M. D. 

Price 50 Cents and Sil.Ort Per li.>ttle. For Sale 
everywhere by All IJruggists- 

Deatilave, or Peerless Tooth Wash, 

a Preserver and Beautifier of the Teeth. A 
Toilet Luxury for twenty-five cents. Sample 
sent free. This elegant preparation, established 
by more than twenty years' experience, and nu- 
merous testimonials from dentists and others, 
is submitted to the public as a thoroughly sat- 
isfactory and perfectly safe Dentifrice. It is a 
hiijhly saponaceous compound, that from its 
alkalinity neutralizes any acid that may be in 
the mouth, thus arresting and preventing decay. 

J. D. KNOWLTON, Pharmacist, 

WasUingtoii, Cor. TVorcester St., Boston. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



J. A. Bradford & Co., 588 Albany Street, Boston. 




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Considering the 
trials and tribula- 
tions tliat tlie citi- 
zens of Boston liave 
e X J) e r i e n c e d ] 
keeping their 
stores of coal re- 
plenished dur i n g 
the past season, it 
may be safely as- 
sumed that more 
attention has been 
paid to the houses 
supplying this in- 
dis]n'nsal)le com- 
modity, than was 
ever before the 
case. Everybody 
knows that our lo- 
cal dealers were 
not in any way re- 
sponsible for the 
alarming scarcity 
and consequent 
high . price of coal 

that caused inconvenience to so many fam- 
ilies; but tliat on the contrary, not a few of 
them supplied their customers, and in many 
other ways showed that they weie disposed to 
use every means in their power to accommo- 
date the public at the least possible expense. 
One of the most liberal concerns to which at- 
tentiou was directed in this respect, is that of 
Messrs. J. A. Bradford & Co., doing busiuess at 
No. .")SS Albany Streer, and their premises are 
all the better knf)wn to the general public, from 
the fact of their having been fornicrly occupied 
by the popular firm of Howard, Snelling &, Co. 
Messrs. J. A. Bradford & Co. commenced oper- 
ations in 1887, and their business has grown 
with steadiness and rapidity, the premises now 
utilized covering about three-fourths of an acre 
of ground, and employmeut being given to ten 
assistants. Being located on tiile-wdter, the 
expense of handling the couimodities dealt in 
is reduced to a minimum, wood are quoted here 
at the very lowest market rates. The system of 
delivery is a most perfect one, and orders are 
therefore quickly and accurately filled. Having 
a large elevator they enjoy every convenience 
for loading and unloading. 







J. A. To\vle» Ketail Dealer in Choice Teas, 
Coffees, Sugars, and the usual variety of Best 
Family Groceries, No. 10 East Dedham Street. 
It has always been the business man that was 
prompt to recognize and even anticipate the 
latest needs of the i)nblic, who has met with 
most abundant success; and this is as it should 
he, for enterprise and originality deseive being- 
rewarded. This is true in all brandies of trade, 
but particularly so in the Grocery business; 
for those engaged in this occupation are apt; 
to bo too conservative anil unwilling to change 
their methods until obliged to do so by force 
of circumstances. No such charge, however, 
can be brought against Mr. J. A. Towle of No. 
16 East Dedham Street, for although this 



gentleman has been engaged in tlie iiiiudiing 
of (Jroceries for over a quarter of a century 
(havitiL;- begun operations in ISGO), he is uot 
wedded to old customs by any means, but 
on the contrary is evei- ready to make use of 
any method that will enable him to serve his 
customers more satisfactorily. He is a native 
of this city and a member of the Odd F'ellows, 
and by reason of the exceptional experience he 
has had in his chosen business, he is able to 
buy and sell goods to the best possible advan- 
tage. One floor and a basement are occupied, 
measuring 40 x ."JO feet, and stocked with a fine 
assortment of C!u)ice Teas, Coffees, Sugars, aud 
a full lino of all the articles usually carried in a 
first-class city Grocery. Goods will be delivered 
free of charge, and with a promptness aud accu- 
racy that are highly gratifying to the purchaser. 
We need hardly say that Mr. Towle fully guar- 
antees every article sold to prove just as repre- 
sented, and his prices will be fouud as low as 
reliable goods can bo sold. 



M. J. Keaiie, Practical Plumber, 514 Tre- 
mont, opposite Odd Fellows' Hall. On two 
points — Ventilation and Drainage — the health 
of a community largely depends, and no person 
who has any regard for the i)hysical well-being 
of his neighbors, his family or himself, should 
permit the drainage of his house to remain im- 
perfect one instant longer than can be avoided. 
" Delays are dangerous " says the proverb and 
they are all the more dangerous when they 
afford opportunities for so subtle and deadly au 
agent as sewer-gas to get in its desti-uctive work. 
Tliink of the feelings of a man who sees, per- 
liajis, his wife or his daughter sitiking into the 
grave from the effects of a disease which was 
biought on by defective drainage and which 
could have been avoided altogether had the 
proper measures been taken in time! The sub- 
ject is too painful to dwell upon, but is worthy 
of earnest and honest consideration. There are 
many plumbers who give special attention to 
sanitary drainage, but we question if any of 



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them are better fitted to undertake work of this 
kind with the assurance of satisfaction than is 
Mr. M. J. Keane whose place of business is at 
No. 514 Tremout Street, opposite Berkeley Street 
and Odd Fellows' Hall. Mr. Keane was born in 
Boston and inaugurated operations in the " Cen- 
tennial Year," 187(). He has made a careful 
study of Ventilation, Drainn.i;e and such mat- 
ters, and havin<r had years of practical experi- 
ence he is admirably fitted to accomplish the 
best results at the least expense. Mr. Keane 
givas per>ii)nnl attention to all orders of any im- 
portance, althoucrh he employs five skillful assis- 
tants, and it is lari^ely due to this practice tliat 
his present and incieasiufj business has been 
attained. Low rates are charged and commis- 
sions promptly executed. 



Curti.s & Pope, Lumber, Brick, Cement 
and Buildini,' Material, 774 Albany Street. The 
firm of Curtis & Pope stands so high among 
other houses engaged in the same line of 
business in this city, that no review of the 
lumber trade of Boston would be complete 
without mention of the establishment under 
their control. They began business in 18S4, 
succeeding Mr. Geoi-ge Curtis, who bad been 
identified with the enterprise for a number of 
years. The office and yard are located at No. 
774 Albany Street, and some conception of the 
magnitude of the trade may be gained from the 
fact that the total plant covers an area of two 
acres of ground. This sjiacious yard is equipped 
with numerous large sheds and other buildings, 
and employment is afforded to seventy hands, 
both a wholesale and retail business being done. 
Lumber, Brick, Cement, and Building Material 
in general, are dealt in very extensively in- 
deed, and the arrangements for the reception 
and shipping of goods are such as to reduce the 
expense of handling to a minimum — an advan- 
tage, the benefits of which are fully shared with 
customers. Carrying an immense stock, and 
having every convenience at hand for its eco- 
nomical transportation, this concern is natur- 
ally enabled to meet easily all competition, and 
maintain the leading position it now holds. 
Messrs. Curtis and Pope are both Bostonians by 
birth, and are too well known to our residents 
to render it necessary to give them further per- 
sonal mention. 



B. B. Merrill, Livery, Hack and Boarding 
Stable, Berkeley Street, Boston, Mass. The 
prominence which tbe leading newspapers of 
this city have been giving of late to the ques- 
tion of physical exercise, shows that the public 
is beginning to appreciate the value of this 
"road to health" but this prominence will by no 
means result in good unless it be borne in mind 
that the end to be gained by exercise is not su- 
premacy in any special field of athletics, not the 
throwing of a weight a yard further or the 
walking of a mile a few seconds quicker than 
somebody else, but the general improvement of 
the health of the individual. Taking this view 
of the subject, we see that there are many 
things not generally considered as exercise that 
may still be of equal if not greater value in 



bringing about the same results, and prominent, 
and in fact foremost, among these is driving. A 
good horse, a good road, good air and a good 
companion — there you have a combination 
that is enough to excite animation in the breast 
of a mummy and cause the blood in the veins of 
the most overwi)rked business man to circulate 
with a briskness and vigor as delightful to him 
as it is novel. These conditions are by no 
means unattainable either, for Boston suburbs 
are noted for their fine roads and the air in the 
vicinity of the "Hub" is often surprisingly 
fresh and sweet, while as for tbe companion — 
but on tbe whole this part of the question is 
best answered by each individual for himself. 
There only remains the team, and this can sure- 
ly be obtained by calling on Mr. B. B. Merrill 
on Berkeley Street, for this gentleman conducts 
one of the most comijletely equipped stables in 
town and has many speedy and safe horses and 
stylish and easy carriages to supply to custom- 
ers. He occupies three floors and a basement, 
measuring 112x40 feet, and containing one hun- 
dred stalls and suitable carriage rooms, also 
vehicles of every description. Employment is 
given to fifteen skilled ami reliable assistants, 
and carriages will be furnished at short notice, 
in any desired quantity for any public occasion. 
Hacks of the latest pattern and driven by ex- 
perienced drivers are obtainable here, and 
horses will be taken to board at the lowest mar- 
ket rates and guaranteed kind and careful 
treatment. 



Edwin T. Leach, Pharmacist, 6")5 Trem- 
ont, cor. West Brookline Street. Although it 
may seem to many as though there were an 
overplus of drug stores in this city, still the 
public is unquestionably all the better served 
thereby, and it must be remembered that in 
cases of emergency an instant of time is prec- 
ious, and the few moments required to cover 
several blocks and return (should there be no 
store nearer at hand) may mean death to some 
victim of accident or disease. The druggist is 
very apt to be unappreciated in a community, 
but it would be very difficult to do without him, 
and his usefulness is none the less real because 
habit has caused it to be accepted as a matter 
of course, requiring no special notice. The 
store occupied by Mr. Edwin T. Leach, at No. 
655 Tremont Street, corner of West Brookline 
Street, has been utilized as a pharmacy since 
1808, and came under the control of the gentle- 
man above mentioned in 1887. He is a native 
of Taunton, Mass., and admirably fitted for his 
present position as he is thoroughly conversant 
with both the theory and the practice of Phar- 
macy, having been upwards of eleven years with 
Melviu & Badger, and appreciates the grave re- 
sponsibilities devolving upon one who makes 
choice of this profession. It is, therefore, only 
natural that he should have at hand all the most 
approved and delicate instruments and nppli- 
auces called for by the most advanced sciiMitific 
ideas, and that his two assistants should be not 
only courteous but well informed also. Pre- 
scriptions are compounded with exactness at all 
hours of the day or night, and continuous care 
and every effort is made to eliminate all sources 
of error. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Aujfiist Dierkes, Hotel and Restaurant, 
Oysters, Wines nnil f.iquors, L;\<ier Boer of the 
best qiiiility, I4>2 and 1-lSl Wasliin^ton Street. 
It is li;ii(lly probable that when Mr. .Viijiust 
Dierkes opened the establisliment lie forinorly 
occnpied at the corner of Maiden and Washiiii,'- 
ton Street, that he had any idea of the prompt 
and decided success he was }j;oin<j to win, but 
it Sf>nn became plain that the public appreciated 
such liberal and iiiti;llif;ent manajicment as he 
gave his enterprise, and his busJiness constantly 
and rapidly increased, until, finally, he was 
oblijred to remove to liis present quarters, Nos. 
14S:2 and 1484 Washington Street. Here Mr. 
Dierkes has at his disposal four floors contain- 
infj thirty rooms, the premises beinnj utilized as 
a first-class hotel. The street-floor is very hand- 
somely and couvenieutly litted np with large 
plate <;lass windows, etc., and is used as a res- 
taurant and sample room, there being a seating 
capacity of thirty-six guests, and employment 
given to fifteen assistants. Oysters arc served 
in every style at short notice, and an extensive 
variety of substantial food is always at hand 
for c\istomers to choose from ; and for a hungry 
man to get a "' square meal," we know of no 
better place than right here. Foreign and Do- 
mestic Wines and Liquors are carried in stock 
at all times, and a Specialty is made of Lager 
Beer, which is to be had of the very best qual- 
ity, and is freshly drawn from the wood. Mr. 
Dierkes is a native of Germany, and he fully de- 
serves the patronage lie receives, for he is ever 
anxious to use his patrons right and spares no 
pains to satisfy every reasonable customer. 



E. V. R. Reed, Crayon Portrait Artist, 469 
Tremont Street. Wonderful as are the strides 
that have been made in practical photography, 
of late years, it must still be considered as rath- 
er the means to the end than the end itself, 
and to make our meaning clearer let us explain 
that while photography is of the most signal 
service in as-fisting the landscape or portrait ar- 
tist in attaining correctness of outline, etc., it 
falls short (as any mechanical means of neces- 
sity must) when the spirit of a scene or the in- 
dividual characteristics of a sitter aie to be por- 
trayed. In proof of this, if proof be needed, 
compare the most artistic and finely finished 
photoirraph of a person, with a good crayon 
portrait of the same person. — such a portrait in 
sliort as may be obtained of Mr. E. V. K. Keed 
of No. 4(i'.» Tremont Street. You will then see 
that alLhciugh the photograph is apparently 
without a flaw or imperfeciion. still there is 
isomethbi'j wanting, and it is 2)recisely that some- 
thing that is the essence of a good portrait — in-- 
dividuality. Holding up the pliolograph you 
might say "this looks like my friinid," holding 
up the portrait you would say — "this is my 
frieiul." — and that is just the difference. Mr. 
Reed has followed his present profession since 
1878 and has Cf)nsequently the good effects of 
experience added to natural gifts. He devotes 
bis entire attention to Crayon Portraits and, 
considering the high grade of his work, is ex- 
tremely moderate in his charges. VVe will not 
attempt to describe what Mr. Keed can do, but 
will simply advise our readers to visit his stu- 
dio and see for themselves. 



Lanison Bros., successors to L. F. Broad, 
dealer in Provisions, Fruit and Vegetables, 
Poultry and Game, Xo. Oil Tremont Street. 
Xothing is more mortifying than to invite 
friends to dinner, only to find that the joint or 
poultry or game, or whatever may have been 
provided for the repast, is tough, stringy or 
anything but first-class in every way. It is au 
experience which, once gone through with, no 
one wants to repeat, at any cost, and there is 
but one way to guard against its repetition, and 
that is to deal only with an establishment that 
may be implicitly depended on, to sujjply goods 
that shall prove just as represented. It is dif- 
ficult to find such a house, especially in the pro- 
vision business, but still there are such, and one 
of the most deservedly i)opular, and entirely 
trustworthy of tliem, is that conducted by Lam- 
son Bros., successors to Mr. L. F. Broad at No. 
6;J1 Tremont Street. This undertaking was 
founded in 1877 and soon gained a high (legree 
of populaiity, by reason of the unifoim superi- 
ority of the goods handled and the low rates 
quoted in every depaitment. One floor and a 
basement are utilized, measuring 2i) x 80 feet, 
and five competent assistants are at hand, to 
give all customers prompt and courteous atten- 
tion. Provisions, Fruit and Vegetables of all 
kinds in their seasons are supplied at bottom 
prices, and as fine an assortment of Poultry and 
(iame as is to be found anywhere is carried at 
the proper time of year. Orders are accurately 
delivered, and full satisfaction guaranteed. 
Since succeeding to this business Messrs Lam- 
son Bros, determined to adopt the plan of giv- 
ing extra inducements to cash buyers, and by 
so doing they are enabled to offer the same 
quality of meats at a much lower price than if 
obliged to stand the loss arising from bad bills. 



Philip Krim, importer of Rhine Wines, 
warranted unadulteiated, and dealer in Gro- 
ceries and Foreign Produce, No. IGo Shawmut 
Avenue. We fancy that few who have resided 
in the vicinity of No. HJ.S Shawmut Avenue, for 
any length of time, are unfamiliar with the en- 
terprise carried on by Mr. Philip Krim at the 
number given, for this establishment is one of 
the most poi)ular of the kind in this city, and 
is more heavily patronized every year. lis pro- 
prietor is a native of Germany, and has a very 
largo circle of friends and acquaintances in Bos- 
ton, for he has prosecuted his present industry 
since 1871 and has been known for his liberal 
an.l enterprising business methods fr<)m the 
very first. The premises ut.lized are of the 
dimensions of 18 x 55 feet and contain as fine a 
stock of Rhine Wines, Groceries and Foreign 
Produce as can be found in the city. Mr. Krim 
is an Importer of Rhine Wines which he war- 
rants to be unadulterated, and sells, wholesale 
and retail, at very low rates, quality considered. 
The Groceries offered by him will also be found 
to be of superior quality and the same may be 
said of every article in his stock, Avhich includes 
Foreign Produce in general. Employment is 
given to two assistants, and one of the most 
popular features of the enterprise is the prompt- 
ness with wliich all orders are attended to. 
Goods are delivered if desired, and courtesy and 
consideration are extended to all alike. 



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Henry S. Harris, Real Estate, Mortgages, 
and Insurance, 709 Tremont Street, and 72 
Equitable Building. In the purchase or sale of 
real estate, or any of the thousand and oue 
transactions connected with the hiindliug of 
that form of property, the services of a compe- 
tent, reliable and well-informed agent are often 
of the highest utility and value, and in the ma- 
jority of cases will result in the saving of much 
more than they cost. Agents meriting the de- 
scription given above, are not quite as plenty as 
they might be, but they are to be found, and 
one of the best of them known to us, is Mr. 
Henry S. Harris, who has an office at No. 709 
Tremont Street, and another at No. 72 Equita- 
ble Building. .Mr. Harris was born in Maine, 
removed to Boston in 1864, and commenced 
operations here in his present line of business 
in 18S3. Anything concerning real estate, 
mortgages or insurance will receive prompt and 
careful attention, and money will be loaned on 
mortgages and collateral at moderate rates of 
interest. Real estate will be bought, sold or 
exchanged and also leased, special attention 
being given to the care of property and the 
collection of rents. Non-residents may safely 
and profitably give the care of their estates to 
Mr. Harris, for he is prepared to assume the 
active management of such trusts at any time, 
and to discharge the duties accruing thereto 
with fidelity and discretion. Fire, Marine and 
Accident Insurance is also given careful atten- 
tion, and policies written in tlie best companies. 
Domestic or Foreign at the lowest rates. Re- 
newals are looked out for with promptness and 
accuracy and the agency of the following stan- 
dard companies is held: St. Paul Fire &, Marine 
of St. Paul, Minn; Western Assurance Co. (Fire) 
of Toronto, Can. ; Equitable Life Assurance Co. 
of New York; Mass. Mutual Accident Associa- 
tion, of Boston. Mr. Harris holds a commission 
as Justice of the Peace and may be found at 709 
Tremont Street, from 8 to 10 A. M. also at 2 
o'clock and 5 o'clock p. m. and at 72 Equitable 
Building from 10. oO to 12.80, where he will give 
all callers prompt and courteous attention. 



handled in a first-class establishment of the 
kind are kept in stock, a Specialty being made 
of Fine Teas, Coffees and Flour. Every article 
sold is fully warranted to prove as represented, 
and it it will be found that Mr. Mayo's prices 
compare very favorably with those asked by 
other dealers. 



W. C. Mayo. Fine Groceries, Teas, Coffees 
and Flour, 7(i > Tremont Street, Corner Spring- 
field. It is by no means an easy task to find an 
establishment devoted to the sale of (Groceries 
in which every preparation is made for cater- 
ing to the finest trade, while at the same time 
the prices in every department are kept at 
the lowest prices consistent with the mainte- 
nance of the fine qualitj'^ indispensable where 
trade of this description is to be supplied; 
but, nevertlieless, there are such to be found, 
and none is more thoroughly worthy of a place 
among them than that conducted by Mr. \V. C. 
Mayo at No. 76 J Tremont Street, corner Spring- 
field. This store has been utilized for the sale 
of groceries for a score of years, and has been 
under the management of Mr. Mayo since 1886. 
He is a native of East Boston, where he for- 
merly conducted the same business, and a mem- 
ber of the Odd Fellows, and has shown himself 
to have a thorough undei'standi ng of the gro- 
cery business by tlie intelligent and successful 
management he has given his present enter- 
prise. One floor and a basement are occupied, 
25 X 89 feet in size, and all the goods usually 



F.O. Anderson, Upholstery and Decorating, 
31 Clarendon Street. That much of the uphol- 
stery work done nowadays is neither tasteful 
nor durable, is unfortunately but too true, and 
it is therefore important to exercise considera- 
ble care in tlie purchase of upholstered goods 
unless the buyer wishes to court imposition. 
Of course thei'e are certain houses in this city 
whose word is as good as their bond, and whose 
articles may be accepted in the firm as-^urance 
that they will prove as represented but there 
are other concerns of quite the opposite charac- 
ter, and caution is consequently always in order. 
But of course the best upholstery will wear out 
eventually, and to ensure its being renewed in 
a thoroughly first-class manner, a call should 
be m ide on Mr. F. O. Anderson, at No. ol Clar- 
endon street for he makes a specialty of fine 
Upholstering and has every facility at hand to 
fill order.s at short notice and in entirely satis- 
factory style. Mr. Anderson was born in Bos- 
ton and established the enterprise he now 
conducts in 1879. The premises utilized com- 
prise one floor measuring 20x60 feet, and 
employment is afforded to three skilled and re- 
liable assistants. Upholstery materials of all 
descriptions are olfered at the lowest market 
rates and entire dependence can be put on the 
uniformly superior quality of the articles on 
sale at this popular store. Orders for Uphol- 
stering or Decorating will secure instant atten- 
tion, and personal care will be taken to see that 
they are filled satisfactorily. 

Samuel Alexander, House and Sign Paint- 
er and (ilazier, 4-58 Tremont Street. House- 
painting is one trade and sign-painting is 
another, and there are coini)aratively few 
painters in this city of whom it may be said, as 
it can of Mr. Samud A'">:and "•, doing business 
at No. -I.-jS Tremont S; I'et, that they can do 
equally good work in (itiier. Mr. Alexander 
began operations in 1884, and has bailt up a 
patronage of extensive proportions by giving 
faithful attention to every order with which he 
has been fiivored, and by combining good work 
with moderate prices. He occupies one floor of 
the dimensions of 20 x 40 feet, and gives employ- 
ment to four assistants, who are skilled and care- 
ful w-orkmen and are able to "push things" 
wdien occasion requires haste. The handsome 
and elaborate signs now to be seen on every 
hand, show that our merchants are beginning 
to appreciate the advertising value of a striking 
and tasteful article of this kind, and nowadays, 
the business man who is satisfied to go along 
with a cheap and shabby sign over his door, is 
looked upon as being either old-fogy ish or mi- 
serly — and peop e are not apt to patronize an 
establishment h.ivin<r such a reputation. Mr. 
Alexander can furnish Signs of any kind or di- 
mensions desired, and he guarantees their dur- 
ability as well as their beauty. Hlis prices are 
low and his work is not to be beaten. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



S. C Johnson, Dealer in all kinds of Fish, 
O^'sters, Clams, etc, >2 Tremont Street, Corner 
Canton Street. There is hardly a food-product so 




dependent for excellence upon liLiimess as lish, 
and hence it follows that only such establish- 
ments as have the best of f.icilities for obtain- 
ing this commodity direct from the water can 
furnish their customers with perfectly satisfac- 
tory goods. In a large city like Boston it is 
difficult to make this "close connection" but 
still there are some few houses that are in a 
position to guarantee the perfect freshness of 
the fisii tliey handle, and one of the most prom- 
inent and popular of those is that carried on by 
Mr. S. C. Johnson at Xo. 0;32 Tremont Street, 
corner of Canton. Tiie market now conducted 
by this gentleman has been in operation for 
about a quarter of a century but lias only been 
under hi> control since 18S3. Mr. Johnson is a 
native of the beautiful town of Xahant, and like 
every other man hailing from that famous wa- 
tering-place he knows a good fish when he sees 
it, a knowledge which has of course been great- 
ly added to by the years of experience be has 
had in the handling of the "finny tribe." One 
floor and a basement are utilized, and all kinds 
of Fish, together with Oysters, Clams, etc., are 
kept in.'stock, two assistants beingemployed. A 
specialty is maile of the opening of the oysters 
and clams handled, and customers are thus as- 
Bui'ed that they vvill be supplied only with fresh 
and appetizing articles. Prices arc low and the 
service is prompt and polite. 



Dtiffleld & Davis, Beef, Lamb, Mutton, 
Poultry, Game, etc.. Butter and Cheese a Spec- 
ialty, Dover Market, No. 1 Dover Street. One 
of the most popular provision houses at the 
South End is that carried on by .Messrs. DulBeld 
& Davis at Dover market. No. 1 Dover Street 
and the reasons for this popularity are not hard 
to guess for no one can have dealings with the 
firm without being impressed by the uniform 
courtesy and consideration shown to customers 
and also by the very low rales at which goods 
are sold. It is, therefore, only natural that a 
very large business shoidd have been already 
built up although operations were not begun 
until 18S7., at which date the present firm suc- 
ceeded Messrs. Larnod and Mason. Mr. A. \Y. 
Duffield is a native of Boston and is connected 
■witii the Odd Fellows, Ited Men and United 
Workmen, while Mr. Davis was born in Lexing- 
ton and is a member of the Knights of Honor. 
The premises utilized are of the diniensions of 
2') X 40 feet and include one floor and a base- 
ment, being fully stocked with a most extensive 
assortment of Meats, comprising Beef, Lamb, 
Mutton. Poultry, Game, etc. .V Specialty is 
made of butter and cheese, and ilie j)roductions 
of some nf the mnsr celebrated creameries in 
New Kiigland are Inndled, tlie bt.-st of goods 
being supplied at botLoin prices. Employment 
is affoided to three efficii'ut and polite assist- 
ants, and the means at hand for the prompt fill- 
ing of orders are amply sntficient to meet every 
demand of the heavy tra<le carried on. 



Herbert Neil.son, Druggist, 1915 Washing- 
ton Street. While it may be accepted as an 
undisputed fact that it is not at all pleasant 
to be sick, still that is no reason that any man 
should grumble and growl because he is so, for 
the <mly sensible course for him to pursue is to 
straightway set to work to get well again as 
soon as possible. Now this is not to be accom- 
l)lished by unmanly repining, by any means, 
and as the pnet sings, "There is a balm for 
every ill," why not go in person or send to some 
reliable Drug Store and try to get something to 
'• suit your complaint." Wc won't say that Mr. 
Herbert Neilson has actually a '* balm for every 
ill," as. with all due consideration for the poet, 
we don't believe that such has ever been dis- 
covered; but we will say, that at his finely 
equipped store at lOl.'j Washington Street, he 
has about as fine a stock of Drugs and Medi- 
cines as is found in the city. This enterprise 
was inaugurated by Mr. J. Henderson in 1858, 
and the present owner took possession about 
1809 and soon gained the confidence of the pub- 
lic, who have found none but the freshest and 
purest materials used here, and that prompt 
and polite attention is assured to all. Mr. Neil- 
son has resided in Boston for many years, and 
being a member of the Grand Army, is well 
known to many prominent people. He is well 
fitted for the positi(ni he has assumed, and 
maintains a close supervision over his establish- 
ment. One floor and basement are occupied. 
Special and most painstaking attention is paid 
the compounding of prescriptions, which are 
made up of the best materials and furnished at 
the most reasonable prices. 



Mi-s. !•:. S. SJiedd, Dress Maker and 
Dealer in Dry and Fancy Goods, Small Wares, 
Stationery, Confectionery, etc. ; Stamping of all 
kinds a Specialty; Instruction in Oil and Lustre 
Painting; No. lb Union Park Street; Employ- 
ment Agency for Select- Help. The establish- 
ment conducted by Mrs. E. S. Shedd, at No. 10 
Union Park Street, has gained a large patron- 
age during the comparatively short time that it 
has been in operation, and its popularity is only 
what would naturally be expected by those who 
are aware of the many conveniences it affords to 
the public. The enterprise was inaugurated in 
18S5, and has been carried on under such liberal 
and intelligent methods, that its success was 
assured from the start. .Mrs. Shedd is a dress- 
maker of large e.Kperience and educated taste, 
and offers her services to those who may need 
the assistance that only a skilled artist in this 
line can give. Her charges are very moderate, 
and satisfaction is assured to those employing 
her. Premises measuring 20 x .50 feet are occu- 
pied, and a carefully selected stock is carried, 
comprising Dry and Fancy Goods, Small 
Wares. Stationery, Confectionery, etc., which 
are offered at very low prices. A specialty is 
made of all kinds of Stamping, which is done at 
short notice and with uniform accuracy, and in- 
struction is given in Oil and Lustre Painting. 
.Mrs. Shedd maintains an emiJoynient agency 
for select help, in connection with her establish- 
ment, which is made frequent use of by ladies 
in the vicinity, and which has proved a great 
public convenience. This department is ex- 
tremely well managed, and has gained a most 
enviable reputation. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



C. W. Randall, Fine Millinery, 16'.>3 Wasli- 
ton Street. Althouf^h South End establishments i 
are not, as a general rule, supposed to vie with ! 
those carried on "in town" as re^aids the at- 
tractions shown and advantacjes offered, still 
there are a few that need fear no comparison of 
this kind; and prominent amonij these is that 
conducted at N'o. WX\ Wasliiiijjton Street hy 
Mrs. C. \V. llandatl. This enterprise was inau- 
gurated in 18S2, and has steadily increased in 
favor and patronage, until at the present time 
many ladies make it a point to purchase all 
their millinery supplies at this store, having 
satisfied themselves by practical experience tliat 
no more satisfactory results were attainable else- 
where. A specialty is made of th- finest custom 
trade. One floor and a basement are occupied, of 
the dimensions of 25 x SO feet, and one of the 
most extensive, varied and complete stocks of 
millinery to be found in Boston is displayed. A 
prominent feature of the management, and one 
■of the chief causes of its popularity, is the en- 
terprise shown in obtaining tii- latest fashiona- 
ble novelties at the eirliest possible moment, 
and it should also be stated that such goods are 
not held at the exorbitant rates too generally 
charged under such circumstances. Attention 
is paid to the durability as well as to the appear- 
ance of the articles sold, and customers of the 
most refined taste will confirm our estimate of 
the intelligent discrimination shown in suiting 
the character and arrangement of the trimmings 
to the individual appearance of ihe purchaser. 



C. H. Knox & Co., Painting and Deco- 
rating, 4 East Springfield Street. More than 
one house-owner has learned to his sorrow that 
it is important to close contracts only with 
reliable and responsible concerns if one is to 
feel suie of such agreements being carried out 
to the letter, and as not a few complaints have 
come to our ears respecting the manner in 
which certain firms violate the understandings 
they may reach with their patrons as regards 
the doing of house-painting, etc , we take this 
opportunity to call attention to a long-estab- 
lished and entirely reliable house engaged in 
Painting and Decorating and similar work; for 
we are perfectly sure that all orders the con- 
cern referred to may be entrusted with will be 
carried out in the same uniformly satisfactory 
and first-class manner that has characterized 
their efforts in the past. Mr. C. IT. Knox started 
in 1840, and the present firm was formed 
in 1S72, and have built up their present large 
trade by patient industry and equitable business 
methods. Mr. Ivnox was born in Maine, and is 
now one of the best-known gentlemen in his 
line of business in this city. The premises 
occupied are located at N'o. 4 East Springfield 
Street, and comprise one floor and a baeement 
measuring 20 x 60 feet. An unusually complete 
stock of Paints, Oils and Varnishes, and other 
material necessary to the filling of the many 
orders received is carried, and employment is 
given to a force of from twenty-live to forty 
picked men — experienced, thorough, and con- 
scientious workmen. Using the finest stock 
and employing the best skill, Mr. Knox can 
confidently guarantee satisfaction, and his prices 
are as reasonable as his work is acceptable. 



G-eo. F. Jewett. Wholesale and Retail 
Dealer in Beef, Pork. Mutton, Lamb, Veal, Salt 
Provisions of all kinds. Poultry and Game in sea- 
son. Every Variety of Country Produce. Stalls 
18 and 2i) Washington Market, and Common- 
wealth Market, Eliot Square. Iloxbury. Tele- 
phone Xo. 4.527. Occupying a prominent posi- 
tion among the leading business enterprises 
that have been instrumental in giving Wash- 
ington Market its present popularity, that con- 
ducted by Mr. Geo. K. Jewett deserves special 
mention, and, on the whole, might well be 
taken as a model of what such an establishment 
should be. There are a variety of reasons why 
it should be regarded so highly, and there is no 
occasion to mention them here in detail; but we 
may simply say that the management of the 
undertaking has been characterized by liberality 
as well as far-sightedness; and that the public 
has been taught to rely implicitly upon what- 
ever representations Mr. Jewett or those in his 
employ may make. Stalls Nos. IS and 20 are 
utilized, and all the available space is required 
for the accommodation of the stock carried, for 
both a wholesale and a retail business is done 
and an immense quantity of goods disposed of, 
The assortment of Meats on band includes 
Beef. Pork, Mutton, Lamb and Veal, together 
with Salt provisions of all kinds, and Poultry 
and Game are also handled very extensively in 
their season. Every variety of Country Prod- 
uce is also to be had here. Although the trade 
carried on is very large, the facilities for attend- 
ing to it are ample, and there being five compe- 
I tent assistants emploj'ed, cnstomeis may depend 
i upon prompt and polite service at all times. 
Orders by Telephone No. 4527 will be carefully 
filled and all goods are sold at the lowest rates 
consistent with their quality. Mr. Jewett is a 
native of Maine, and is a member of the Grand 
.Army, having seived in the First Maine (Cavalry. 
He is also connected with both the Odd Fellows 
and the Hoyal Aicanum, and his present enter- 
prise was inaugurated in ISSo. 



C. K. BaUlAvin & Co., Plumbers and Gas 
Fitters, o5 Clarendon Street, near Warren 
Avenue. The system of drainage and water- 
supply to be found in practically all city houses, 
requires careful attention and maintenance if the 
health of the occupants is to be preserved un- 
injured, and we may add that pains should also 
be taken to see that no leak or weakness exists 
in the gas or water pipes, and should any be 
found, some reliable concern should be called 
that makes a specialty of preventing and re- 
pairing <lamage by gas or water. Such an 
entej-piise is that conducted by Messrs. C. E. 
Baldwin & Co., at No. o5 Clarendon Street, and 
orders left at this establishment will receive 
instant attention at the lowest rates. Business 
was first started in 187S, and a thriving trade 
has long since been built up, as the public have 
found that this firm do reliable and thorough 
work, and never charge exorbitant prices. Mr. 
Baldwin is a native of Boston, and resides at 
No. 50'> Columbus Avenue, where orders will be 
leceived wlien more convenient to patrons. The 
store is 20x55 feet in size, and includes one 
floor and basement, a full stock of Plumbers' 
and Gas Fitters' materials being carried, and 
three assistants employed, (iood work and low 
prices tell the story of this concern's success. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



F. A. Barteaux, Pliaimacist, 61-A 
Dover Street. Amon<]j the most popular pliai- 
maceutical establishments to be t'ouuil in tliis 
city, mention shouhl be made of tliat carried on 
by Mr. F. A. liarteaux at No. 04-A Dover Street, 
for althnufili this enterprise was only inan<4ur- 
ated in 1S85 (it havinrf been started by Mr. J. E. 
Phillips in that year), it has already attained an 
assured success and is. in fact, fully worthy of 
the confidence reposed in it by the public at 
large. The present propiietor has been in con- 
trol since ISSG, and t) his watchful and discrimi- 
natinii care much of the present larj^e tra<le is 
due, for he has neglected no means to satisfy his 
patrons and has taken advantage of every 
opp.)rtunity to protect and advance the interests 
of* his customers as well as of himself. The 
premises occupied measure 20 x .00 feet and 
include one floor and a basement. A large and 
admirably selected stock is carried, and whether 
Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals or Toilet and P"'ancy 
Articb'S are wanted, the order may be filled 
here without delay and at very low lates. Mr. 
Barteaux is a native of St. John, X. B., and is a 
thoroughly skilled, practical pharmacist, having 
had twenty-four years' experience. Some of the 
special preparations put up by him have met 
with a very large sale, notably Barteaux's West 
End Cologne, which affords a delicate and yet 
lasting perfume and is sold at a very low jirice. 
Prescriptions are compounded at short notice 
and with a degree of care that assures avoidance 
of all mistakes, while the rates quoted in this 
department are especially low and satisfactory. 



Horaii BrotUers, Cutlery, Hardware, 
Tools; manufacturers of Light Machinery, 
Locks, Bells; Brass Finishers, .Metal Polishers; 
Edge Tools re-set; l:]i)5 and 131)7 Washington 
Street, opposite Cathedral. For nearly a score of 
years the establishment conducted by Horaii 
I3rothers at Nos. 139.> and 1397 Washington street 
has bi'cn before the public, and the firm can well 
afford to let the estimate of their abilitv rest 
upon the service extended to customers during 
that i^eriod. Tlie firm is made up of Messrs. 
J. J. and P. II. Iloran, both of whom are 
natives of this state and too well known to re- 
quire further personal mention. The premises 
utilized comprise one floor and a basement and 
measure 2.') x 70 feet, the manufacture of Light 
Machinery, Locks, etc., being extensively carried 
on, and employment given to eight skilled assis- 
tants. Brass Finishing, Metal Polishing and 
such work is done at short notice and -in a 
superior manner, and Edge Tools are re-set and 
made practically as good as new. \ very exten- 
sive stock is carried of Cutlery and Light llaril- 
waro in general, and Xails, Screws, llivets, 
Tools and number of other commodities are 
offered for sale at the lowest market rates, in 
quantities to suit, both a wholesale and retail 
business being doue. The repairing of Locks 
is given special atttmtion and done expeditiously 
and cheaply, and keys will be littiHl at short 
notice and warranted to work smoothly and 
well. One of the liest-aitpointed light macliine 
shops in this city is maintained, and models or 
other small mechanism can be made at low 
rates. 



James Koilgh, Florist, 1559 Washington 
.Street. The increasing use that is being made 
of flowers in society, is one of the most pro- 
nounced movements of the day, and it is evi- 
dent the puhlic have discovered that many 
sentiments can be expressed by the judicious 
employmcMit of flowers, tliat would otherwise 
have to find imperfect utterance, or else be left 
entirely unsaid. A gift of fii)wers is always in 
good taste, and when any hesitation is felt as to 
whether a present would be appropriate or not, 
liowcrs may be given, with the assurance that 
no offence can pi>ssibly be taken. It is neces- 
sary of course to have such gifts selected and 
arranged in harmony with the spirit that 
prompts their sending, and in order to secure 
this result, it is well to patronize a florist who, 
from his experience and taste, is well qualified 
to be considered an authority on such matters. 
Such may truthfully be said of .Mr. James 
Rough, doing business at No. 1.559 Washington 
Street, near N'ewton Street, for this gentleman 
has been identified with his present enterprise 
since 187:i, and has a reputation second to none 
for taste and reliability. The premises occupied 
comprise one floor and a basement, and the 
assortment of Plants and Cut Flowers carried, is 
always full and desirable. Floral Emblems of 
every kind are kept on hand and made to order 
at a few hours' notice, and whether the occasion 
be one of joy or sorrow, Mr. Hough can furni.sh 
an appropriate design, as elaborate as may be 
desired, and as low in price as circumstances 
will permit. The store has telephone con- 
nection, and orders will be acted upon as soon 
as received, and every effort made to please and 
satisfy every patron. 



«T. P. JoliiLSOii, Dealer in Beef, Pork, Lamb, 
Mutton, etc., also Poultry, Vegetables and 
Canne I Go>)ds; Choice Butter always on hand; 
80 Shawmut avenue. The popularity of the 
establishment carried on by Mr. J. P. Johnson 
at No. 80 Shawmnt Avenue, is unusual, but 
nevertheless, to those who are acquainted with 
the methods of management pursued, it is by 
no means remarkable. The enterprise was in- 
augurated in 1885, and the inducements held 
out to custoaiers soju resulted in the estab- 
lishment of a largo trade, which has since 
steadily incrensed. The premises utilized 
measure :»0 x 22 (eetiu dimi-nsions and comprise 
one floor and a basement, the stock carried 
being a very varied and complete one, and 
selected especially with an eye to the demands 
of the best family trade. It includes lieef, 
Pork, Lamb, Mutton, Veal, etc., together with 
Poultry and Gaine in their seasons. Mr. John- 
son makes a specialty of the sale of fine 
Creamery Butter, and always has a supply of 
the very choicest grade on hand. He offers it 
at prices as lort' as tho market will permit, and 
fully guarantees its fl.ivor, purity and general 
excellence. A fine assortment of Vegetables 
and Canned Uoods is also carried in stock, and 
orders will be given immediate ami careful at- 
tention. Employment is afforded to four com- 
petent assistants, and customers are assured civil 
ticatment and positively fair dealing in every 
respect. Mr. Johnson is thoroughly acquainted 
with his business, and neglects no means to- 
serve and satisfy his patrons. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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A. Spear, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in 
Choice Provisions, Poultry & Game, Fish ftfe 
Oysters, Fruit, Country Produce, tfcc, 19U &, 192 
Colutnbus Ave., Under Hotel Lafayette. Out of 
all the dealers in Provisions doin^ business in 
this city, there are few who have had tlie expe- 
rience enjoyed by Mr. A. Spear, whose establish- 
ment is located at No. 190 Columbus ave. This 
oentleman began operations in 1S()2, and can 
consequently look back on over a quarter of a 
century duriufj which he has been engaged in 
his present line of business. "Experience 
teaches" says the proverb, and it certainly has 
in Mr. Spear's case, for his thorough acquaint- 
ance with every detail of the provision trade is 
abuiulantly proved by the able manner in which 
he handles the immense business now done by 
him. One floor and a basement, measuring 20 
X (iO feet, are occupied and a very large and va- 
ried stock is carried, comprising choice Provis- 
ions, Poultry and Game, Foreign and Domestic 
Fruit, Country Produce, Fish and Oysters, etc. 
Much of the great popularity enjoyed by this 
establishment is due to the absolute depend- 
ence that may be placed in the uniformly high 
quality of the goods handled, for Mr. Spear 
gives special attention to the handling of the 
finer cuts of meat, etc., and is at all times pre- 
pared to suit the most fastidious in this re- 
spect, lie is a native of Maine, and is promi- 
nently identified with the leading Fraternal 
and Beneficial organizations of the country, 
such as the Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias, 
Knights of Honor, Improved Order of Red men, 
Eoyal Society of Good Fellows, etc. As may be 
supposed, he has a very large circle of friends 
in the community, and is widely known as a 
representative citizen. Both a wholesale and 
retail business is done at his establishment, 
and employment is given to six courteous and 
efficient assistants. 



John Woodruff, Stationei-, Bookseller and 
Dealer in Artists' Materials, 469 Tremont Street, 
Opn. Chapman. The establishment conducted 
by 'Mr. John Woodruff at No. 4H9 Tremont 
Street, is very popular in the vicinity, particu- 
larly among peojde of a literary turn of mind, for 
not only are the latest novels, and in fact books 
of all kinds, obtainable here at publisher's 
prices, but one of the best-selected Circulating 
Libraries in the city is maintained and is con- 
stantly being replenished with new and desira- 
ble works. Mr. Woodruff began operations at 
453 Tremont Street in 1879, and removed to 
present quarters in 1884, and soon attracted to 
his store a very considerable degree of custom, 
for the inducements he offered were unmistak- 
ble, and his policy was, and is now for that mat- 
ter, to give full value for money received in 
every instance. The premises in use are 20 x40 
feet in size and no available room is wasted, 
for the stock carried is a very large as well as 
varied one and includes Stationery, Artists' Ma- 
terials and Fancy Goods in addition to the ar- 
ticles already mentioned. Mr. Woodruff keeps 
all of the leading weekly and monthly, Foreign 
and American publications on his news coun- 
ter, and is prepared to receive annual subscrip- 
tions for the same at publishers' rates. His 
establishment is centrally located, being oppo- 
site Chapman Street, and although a large busi- 
ness is done, callers are assured prompt and 
courteous attention as ample assistance is at 
hand. 



P. Kyle, Modeler and Architectural Sculp- 
tor in Stone and Wood. No. r)20 Albany Street. 
Nothing lends such an individuality to the exte- 
rior appearance of an edifice as skillfully sculp- 
tured designs, in either stone or wood, and in 
these days, when such attempts are made to 
construct every building of any pretension after 
a model of its own, the sculptor finds an exten- 
sive demand for his services. A gentleman who 
has met with great success in this field of action 
is Mr. P. Kyle of No. 520 Albany Street, and since 
he began operations here in 1884, he has executed 
many commissions in a style that has proved 
eminently satisfactory to his patrons and re- 
munerative to himself, for it has resulted in the 
building up of a business that is at once exten- 
sive and select. Mr. Kyle brings to his chosen 
profession both natural titne.ss and a carefully 
acquired education. As a Modeler and Arclii- 
ectural Sculptor, he occupies a position of 
which he may well be proud, for he has pro- 
ceeded on the assumption that " there is no 
royal road to ait," and has gained whatever 
success has fallen to his lot by hard work and 
close application. Two floors are occupied, 
25x40 feet in dimensions, and the employment 
of two efficient assistants enables Mr. Kyle to 
fill the many orders he receives with the great- 
est despatch consistent with the doing of the 
best work. 



J. M. Waitt, Upholsterer, No. 520 Tremont 
Street. There are very few pieces of informa- 
tion more apt to be of use to the average house- 
holder than such as refer to where the services 
of a competent and lesponsible Upholsterer 
may be obtained, for Upholstery work enters 
so largely into the furnishing of our homes 
that it is of prime importance in the domestic 
economy. It very often happens that a chair 
or two, or more frequently a sofa belonging to a 
set, will be worn shabby as regards its uphol- 
stering, long before the other pieces in the set 
are worn at all. In such a case it is obvious 
that as long as this continues, the appearance 
of the whole set is spoiled, and just here it is 
seen how the truest economy can be subserved 
by having the injured article made to look as 
good as new, at a comparatively trifling expense. 
Mr. J. M. Waitt, of No. 520 Tremont Street, 
makes a specialty of the doing of work of this 
kind, and as for the manner in which he does it, 
there are hundreds of fumilies at the South End 
and Highlands that can testify regarding his 
ability and taste, as he has carried on his pres- 
ent business in this city since 1871 and has 
gained a well-earned reputation for the best of 
work at moderate prices. He is a native of 
Gardiner, Me., and is one of the best-known 
business men in the section in which he is lo- 
cated. Two floors and a b isement are occupied, 
measuring 14 x 75 feet, and there are six skilled 
assistants employed. All kinds of furniture, 
mattresses, window sliades and draperies will 
be made to order, at the shortest possible notice, 
and furniture is repaired in the most skillful 
and durable manner. Carpets are made, cleaned 
and put down in thfiroughly first-class style and 
satisfaction is confidently promised. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



J. B. Colton, Apothec:\ry, Tf)6 Tremont 
Street, corner Springfield. An establishment 
•which needs no commendation from ns among 
those who have made adeiiuate trial of its capa- 
bilities, is that condncted by Mr. J. 15. Colton 
at No. TOG Tremont Street, but as this volume 
■will be read by many who are in doubt as to 
where they may find a thoroug'.ily reliable fam- 
ily drug store, we feel that the si)aco devoted to 
a consideration of the advantages derivable from 
dealing at the establishment above mentioned 
is well utilized. Mr. Colton is a native of 
Springfield, Mass., and, by the way. it is worthy 
of mention as a curious coincidence that the 
store occupied by him is located at the corner 
of Springfield Street. He is a gentleman of 
long experience in his chosen business, as will 
be seen from the fact that he began operations 
over a quarter of a century ago, or in 18t)i. 
There are few similar establishments in this 
city carrying so carefully selected a stock of 
Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals, for Mr. Col- 
ton exercises great care in the ordering of these 
articles and spares no pains to ensure against 
furnishing anything that will fail to give satis- 
faction. In the compounding of physicians' 
prescriptions a high reputation has been won 
for promptness, skill and perfect accuracy, and 
patrons may feel positive that all possible pre- 
cautions are taken against error in this most 
important department of the business. 



St. Cloud 3Iarket and Grocery, E. C 

Barnard, Proprietor. 561 Tremont Street. There 
are certain kinds "f information that are always 
in request, and among these may be mentioned 
that pertaining to the purchase of Provisions, 
Groceries, etc., to the best advantage; for every 
householder wants to know where lie may find 
goods suited to his taste at reasonable prices, 
and where he may depeml upon receiving hon- 
orable treatment. In this connection, then, 
let us call attimtion to the St. Cloud Market 
located at Xo. .061 Tremont Street, for at this 
establishment the customer is assured of being 
served with strictly first-class goods, and will 
find that all representations made are entirely 
warranted by the facts. This popular market 
was opened in 1SS5 by Mr. E. G. Barnard, who 
is a native of tliis city and well known through- 
out the Provision and Grocery trade. One floor 
and a basement are occupied, mi-asuring 25 x 60 
feet, and four assistants are at hand, who will 
be found prompt, obliging and well-informed. 
Mr. Barnard is at all times prepared to furnish 
the choicest Cuts of Meats of various descrip- 
tions at the lowest market rates, and a Full Line 
of Choice Family and Fancy Groceries, Canned 
Goods, etc. Another clement in the buildingup 
of his large business, has been the celerity and 
accuracy with wliich ordi^rs are delivered. This 
store occupies a leading position among similar 
establishments all over the city, and ilescrves 
the most liberal patronage. 



for this gentleman is noted for the prompt and 
careful attention he gives the orders entrusted to 
him, and may at all times be relied upon to show 
regard for the interests of his customers as well 
as for those of himself He is a n;itive of Ver- 
mont, and inaugurated his present eiiterpi-ise in 
1874, so that neither experience nor ability is 
lacking in his case, and he may be considered 
as especially well prepared to undertake any- 
thing in his line of business and carry it out at 
the least possible expense consistent with dura- 
ble, honest work. Mr. P.uttertield is a licensed 
drain layer and gives personal attention to Kal- 
somining, whitening and jobbing in general, 
employing six very efficient assistants and war- 
ranting that all that skill and the use of the 
best materials can do to assure satisfaction 
shall be done in every instance. Orders by 
mail will be acted on as pi'omptly as those 
given in person, and Mr. Butterfield will call 
and give estimates in cases where this is re- 
quested. His facilities for the carrying on of a 
ueneral jobbing business are complete, and we 
feel that we can he.irtily commend this enter- 
prise to our readers and all others interested. 



B. H. Biitterfiehl, Mason & Builder, Of- 
fice, 7 East Springfield Street. Among the va- 
rious masons and builders doing business in 
this section of the city, there are none more 
worthy of patronage than Mr. P>. H. Butteriield, 
whose office is at No. 7 East Springfield Street, 



G. H. Loiigee & Co., Dealers in Dry 
Goods, Corsets, Hosiery, Gloves and Small 
Wares, 1837 Washington Street. Among the 
business enteiprises in this section of the city, 
that are not only of considerable prominence 
already but are rapidly growing in size and 
importatice, that carried on by Messrs. (r. H. 
Lougee & Co. at No. 18-37 Washington Street, 
deserves special mention. This undertaking 
was established and founded in ISIU, yet al- 
ready it has become an assured success and 
many residents of the vicinity purchase practi- 
cally all of the Dry and Fancy Goods they may 
require at this store. One floor and a basement 
are occupied, of the dimensions of 22 x 75 feet, 
and employment is afforded four efficient as- 
sistants. The stock carried is a surprisingly 
large and varied one, and not the least attrac- 
tive thing about it is the entire absence of any 
line of unsalable goods. Every dealer knows 
how hard it is to avoid an accumulation of such 
articles, and the firm under notice are to be 
congratulated on their success in so selecting 
goods and fixing the prices on the same that 
prompt and certain sale was the inevitable re- 
sult. Among the articles most extensively 
handled, mention may be made of Ladies' and 
Children's Furnishings, for this department is 
given special attention and some very pro- 
nounced bargains are offered therein. It has 
long since been discovered by the public that 
the reiiresentations made at this establishment 
concerning goods may be safely depended upon, 
as Messrs. G. H. Lougee & Co. propose to dis- 
pose of articles on their merits and positively 
forbid any misrepresentation whatever, par- 
ticular attention being paid to trade from chil- 
dren, who are waited on promptly, and every 
effort made to suit, of course making it a 
plea.sant place for them to trade. Under such 
management, confidence and patronage are 
sure to increase rapidly and steadily, and it is 
gratifying to be able to make public record of a 
success so honestly won as that attained by 
this popular firm. 



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Martin J. Mclntire, Druggist, 1461 Wash- 
ington Street. The store occupied by Mr. Mar- 
tin J. Mclntire, at No. 1401 Washington Street, 
has long been identified with the handling of 
Drugs and Medicines, and was carried on for 
years before it came into the possession of Mr. 
Clarence E. Mclutire in 1SS(J, this gentleman 
being succeeded by the present proprietor five 
years later. The premises comprise one floor 
and a basement, and measure 2.3 x 00 feet, be- 
ing well fitted up, and containing a skilfully se- 
lected stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, 
etc., as well as a fine assortment of Toilet arti- 
cles. Fancy Goods, Cigars, etc., Mr. Mclntire 
does a large business and puts his prices down 
to the lowest possible point, for he makes it a 
rule to constantly renew his stock, and so adopts 
means to "keep it moving," as the saying is. 
Employment is given to two competent and po- 
lite assistants, and especial pains is taken to 
accommodate those wishing prescriptions com- 
pounded, every facility being at hand to fill 
such orders without annoying delay, and no 
precaution neglected that is necessary to assure 
the proper safety to patrons. Mr. Mclntire has 
built up a most thriving prescription trade, and 
has won the reputation of combining accuracy 
with low prices. His drugs are pure and care- 
fully selected and not drawn from a stock in- 
jured by age or bad keeping. He also prepares 
the "Standard Extract of Sarsaparilla" and a 
"Vegetable Cough Syrup," which areunequaled 
for their intended ]3urposes. 



Fr.auk P. Chaplin, Fine Hoots, Shoes 
and Rubbers, I'iOT Washington Street, Conti- 
nental Block, Opposite itollins Street. Since 
the gentleman whose card is printed above 
opened his present store in 1SS3, lie has cer- 
tainly been successful in building up a patron- 
age of large proportions, and as this is by no 
means an easy thing to do, especially in the 
retail shoe business, it may be of interest to 
consider some of the methods adopted to 
secure this end. Mr. Chaplin occupies a hand- 
some and commodious store, measuring 2i) x 70 
feet, and also utilizes a basement of similar 
dimensions. The store is located in Continental 
Block, No. 1307 Washington Street, opposite Rol- 
lins Street, and contains a stock of Ladies', Gen- 
tlemen's and Children's Boots and Shoes, that is 
well worthy of careful inspection. The goods 
offered are, in each and every case, warranted 
to pi;ove as represented, and Mr. Chaplin not 
only stands ready to honor this guarantee, but 
will esteem it as a favor if any who think they 
have reason to complain will come to him and 
put the case before him. He maintains that one 
honestly dissatified customer may do his busi- 
ness more harm than a dozen sales can atone for, 
and hence claims no special credit for earnestly 
striving to satisfy every purchaser. Fine Goods 
are given especial prominence in this store, and 
ladies who appreciate artistic foot-wear should 
givrt Mr. Chaplin a call, as he can supply them 
with perfect-fitting and durable articles at 
the lowest market rates. Not a week passes 
but some special birgaius are offered at this 
establishment, and although many of these are 
displayed in the show windows, others are not; 
so that the host way .o do is to go inside and 
see for yourself. 



A. W. MerrOAV, wholesale and Retail 
Dealers in Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Lard, Beans, 
&Q., No. 1.301 Washington Street. We often 
hear it said '* I had rather have no butter at all 
than poor stuff," and it must be agreed that 
poor butter is about as mean and unsatisfactory 
an article of diet as we know of. Many people 
really do not know where good butter can be 
obtained, and, as a consequence, they trade first 
at this store and then at that, sometimes get- 
ting a good article but more often a poor one, 
and when the latter happens, transfer their 
trade to some other establishment, only to meet 
with the same experience. Now if they will 
place an order with Mr. A. W. Merrow, of No. 
1361 Washington Street, they will most assur- 
edly be supplied with fresh creamery buttev of 
superior quality, and, what is more, they may 
always depend on getting the best of butter at 
this popular house, at all seasons and all times. 
And not only butter but country produce, such 
as Eggs, Cheese, Lard, Beans, etc. Mr. Merrow 
occupies one floor and a basement, of the di- 
mensions of 20 X TjO feet, and does a brisk and 
growing business. He is a native of the Pine 
Tree State, and assumed possession of his pres- 
ent enterprise in 1 887, it having been founded 
five years earlier by a Mr. Gladwin; later W. 
W. Freeman, who was in time succeeded by 
Cummins & Woodman. The assortment of 
goods carried is as large as it is carefully se- 
lected, and the employment of three efficient 
assistants, renders it an easy matter to give 
prompt attention to every c iller and to fill all 
orders with dispatch and accuracy. 



R. G. Mor.'^e & Co., Dealers in Coal, 
Wood, Bricks. Lime, Sand, (-'ement. Hair and 
Laths, 40S Albany Street; Branch Office, 13.53 
Washington Street. The establishment con- 
ducted by Messrs. K. G. Morse & Co., at No 498 
Albany Street (foot of Maiden), may be said to 
be the pioneer of its kind in that portion of the 
city, for this was the first coal-yard opened on 
the street; and it is one of the most spacious in 
the entire city, affording accommodation for 
three large coal sheds, as well as storage facilities 
for Building Materials and 8000 barrels of Cem- 
ent. The original firm was Cook Sc Rand, these 
gentlemen beginning business just thirty years 
ago. but in 1868 the present proprietors assumed 
control, and they have conducted operations ever 
since. Mr. Morse is a native of 5laine, and is 
very widely known in Boston and vicinity. 
The commodities dealt in include Coal, Wood, 
Bricks, Lime, Plaster, Sand. Cement, Hair and 
Laths, employment being attorded to twenty a.s- 
sistants and an immense business done. Wood 
will be sawed and split by steam-power as re- 
quired, and, having every improved facility to 
handle orders as soon as received, the firm is in 
a position to guarantee prompt and satisfactory 
service. An order box is maintained at No. 35 
Hawley Street, and another at No. 164 Devon- 
shire Street, and orders received through these 
or by mail will be given instant attention. A 
branch offico is carried on at No. 1.3.53 Washing- 
ton Street, ;ind any one winting Coal, Wood, or 
Building Ma! ("rial, will fin ! it to their advantage . 
to place their order with ihis house, as its facil- 
ities are unsurpassed, an 1 a sufficiently large 
stock is carried l'> meet all demands, while all 
goods are sold at b )ttom rates. 



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J. E. Freeman, dealer in all kinds of 
Fresli. Salt and Pickled Fish, Lobsters. Oysters, 
Clams, etc., 710 Tremont Street. Anionij the 
many advantages enjoyed by tlie residents of 
Boston over many not so fortunately situated, 
mention should b>? made of the cheapness and 
variety of the fish obtainable in that city, for 
Boston is well known as on- of tlie i;reatest 
fish-markets in the world, and in no other city 
of equal sizt> in the country are such oppor- 
tunities afforded to tlie purciiascr. This may, 
with truth, be called a }<reat arlvanta;.ie, for 
fish forms one of the most economical, pala- 
table and nutritions foods known to man, and 
as long as it is plentiful, there need be no fear 
of want and hunijer. One of the very be.st 
known and most popular retail fish-markets 
witbi:i the limits of this city, is that of which 
Mr. .1. E. Freeman is the proprietor, located at 
No. 710 Tremont Street; and it is not surprisinj 
that this gentleman should understand how to 
so conduct an establishment of the kind men- 
tioned as to make it a favorite with the public, 
for he has been engaged in the business, for 
over a score of years, having begun operations 
in lS(;a. Mr. Freeman was born on Cape Cod, 
and has a large circle of friends in this com- 
munity, where his straightforward business 
methods and careful attention to the wants of 
his patrons have caused him to be generally 
esteemed. One floor and a basement are occu- 
pied, measuring 20 x 80 feet, an.d a full assort- 
ment is carried of Fresh, Salt and Pickled Fish, 
Lobsters, Oysters and Clams. Employment is 
given to six assistants, and orders are assured 
prompt and accurate filling, while Mr. Free- 
man's prices are are as low as the lowest for 
equally desirable goods. 



Li. K- Sweet, Dealer in Choice Piovisions, 
Fruit, Vegetables, Poultry and (iame in their 
season, also Fish, Oysters, CI ims, etc., etc., 
149G Washington Street, corner E. Canton. 
A nicely appointed and largely patronized pro- 
vision market, located at the So ith End, is that 
carried on by Mr. L. K. Sweet, at Xo. 149(3 
Washington Street. Mr. Sweet inaugurated 
his present enterprise in 183 1, and the public 
have given evidence of their appreciation of his 
efforts to please them since the start. One 
floor is occupied, measuring 20 x .50 feet, and a 
superior assortment of goods is in stock, com- 
prising provisions in general, foreign and 
domestic Fruits, Country Produce, G.ime, 
Poultry, etc. A prominent feature of this 
establishment is the promptness and courtesy 
with which customers are served, for employ- 
ment is afforded to five efficient and polite 
assistants, and callers m \y be assured quick 
and intelligent attention, and also that the 
goods sui)plied them will prove just as repre- 
sented. Heef, .Mutton, Pork and Vegetables of 
all kinds in their seasons. snpi)lit'd at bottom 
prices. All orders are delivered without annoy- 
ing delay. Mr. Sweet also conducts a Provision 
Store for the season at Nantasket Heach, and 
keeps open as long as a customer remains at the 
'beach. He has a first-class market in every 
respect, llaving done all the buying for the 
Nantasket Market last season, and with long 
experience in buying provisions, is prepared to 
please all, in price and (piality. 



G. E. M. Coufectiouery Co., Geo E. 

Martin, 1417 Washington Street. There is no 
danger of Bostonians suffering from a dearth of 
Confectionery or Ice Cieam for there are many 
dealers in this city and the trade is in a pros- 
pei'ous condition; but there are some dealers 
who are also manufacturers, ami it goes without 
saying that, other things being equal, these 
houses can off^- more pronounced advantages 
to customers than if ihey were obliged to pur- 
chase the articles tliey handle, ready made. 
The "G. E. M." Confectionery Co., of No. 141T 
Washington Street, succeeded Messrs. Green & 
Co.. who established the business in 1884, and 
I)erliai)s as good a reason as we can give for the 
large patronage that has since been accorded 
the company, is that hinted at in the announce- 
ment they mike to the public, as follows: .' We 
manufacture our Candies and Ice Cream and 
our goods can always be relied upon for 'abso- 
lute parity, as we make only the finest grades." 
One 11 )or and a basement are occupied, of the 
dimensions of 20 x 4.') feet, and the assortment 
of fine (Jonfections shown is mosticomplete and 
attractive. There is a sensH of security in deal- 
ing with >'ich a house that enhances the flavor 
of the g.iods obtained, and Mr. Geo. E. Martin, 
the proprietor, has no reason to complain of the 
support his enterprise receives, for a very large 
and growing business is done. An Ice Cream 
parlor is in the rear of the store, where choice 
flavors can be obtained by the plate, quirt or 
gallon. Mr. .Martin is a member of the Free 
Masons, and gives close personal attention to 
the carrying on of his establishment. 



J. H. Nel.son, 772 Tremont Street, Dealer 
in Stationery. Fancy Goods and Confectionery, 
Magazines, Periodicals, etc. An establishment 
which may well be called one of the "land- 
marks" of tlie South End is that conducted by 
Mr. ,J. II. Xelson at No. 772 Tremont Street, 
for this gentleman has occupied his present 
quarters for more than twenty-one years; and 
more than one old " Dwight School " boy, who 
now perhap'^ sports a heavy beard and supports 
a large family, can distinctly remember going to 
'•Nelson's" to buy "slips," etc., when such 
articles were required for school use. .\nd then 
Fourth of .Inly goods, fire-crackers, torpedoes 
and all that fascinating family! IIovt often has 
the writer fiattened his nose against the glass, 
looking with longing eyes into attractive win- 
dows at the wealth of articles so loved by every 
boy, as the season approached for the cele- 
bration of the nation's birth. Wii're .Mr. Nel- 
.son's fireworks brighter? Bll his "crackers" 
make more of a resounding "bang" in those 
days than do any in these degenerate times? 
Perhaps so, or was it the eyes that were brighter 
and the ears that were keener to appreciate 
these effects'? .\t all events, it may be safely 
said that all the goods handled by this gentle- 
man, then, as now, were strictly to be depended 
on. And what a variety of goods there are! 
Stationery, Fancy Goods and Confectionery to 
begin with; then Magazines and Periodicals of 
all kinds, and, by the way, subscriptions are 
received for cvfrij publication at the very lowest 
rates. .Mr. Nelson acts as agent for the well- 
known Philadelphia Ice Cream Company, and 
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also acts in the same capacity for the Austin 
C. Wellinoton Coal Company, and is, therefore, 
prepared to guarantee the best quality of co;il 
at standard rates. Goods are received for one 
of the best liauudries in the city, the wagon 
calling at the store twice daily; and an express 
leaves the store three times a day. by which 
goods may be sent to any part of the country nt 
fair prices. Straitton & Storm's Cigars are sold, 
both by the box and at retail, and at prices as 
low as the lowest. Mr. Nelson is a native of 
Maine, and a member of the Odd Fellows. 
That he has many friends, not only including 
those he knows, but those who know him, goes 
without saying, and as an instance of this, the 
writer can recall how sorry he felt when an ex- 
plosion and a fire caused Mr. Nelson consider- 
able loss some years .ago, although that gentle- 
man has not the lea-t acquaintance with him. 



Stevens' Cafe, 1625 Washington Street. 
Among what may be called the '•institutions" 
of the South End, mention should be made of 
"Stevens' Cafe " located at No. 1G25 Washing- 
ton .Street, for this establishment is known to 
very many people, and in some respects has no ! 
equal in the city. It occupies premises of the 
dimensions of 20 x SO feet, comprising one floor ! 
and a basement, and those who appreciate good 
food, neatly served amid pleasant surroundings, ■ 
will thank us, after giving this Cafe a trial, for 
causing them to pationize it. Mr. Stevens is a ; 
native of Maine and has conducted the enter- 
prise in question for several years. He employs 
five experienced assistants and places his prices 
at such lowfiguies that eveiybudy wonders *how 
he can do it." Table Board is furnished at the 
rate of $3.00 per week for ladles and .$:].50 per 
week for gentlemen, twenty-one meal tickets 
being sold at those prices. It should be remem- | 
bered thattiie food as well as the service is tiist- 
•class and that great pains are taken to satisfy [ 
every guest. Mr. Stevens carries a fine assort- i 
ment of confectionery and cigars, and conducts 
an ice-cream department that is much appreci- 
ated and largely patronized. Cream is sold by j 
the pint, quart or gallon, and is warranted to be : 
made of the best materials and to be of fine 
flavor. 



C C. Kyder, Grocer, and Dealer in Foreign 
and Domestic Fruits, Cor. Trfmont and Dart- 
mouth Streets. An enterprise which will 
round out its fortieth year during the present 
season, is that of which Mr. C. C Ryder is the 
proprietor, and which is carried on at the cor- 
ner of Tremont and Dartmouth Streets. Es- 
talilished in 1848, this undertaking has grown 
with the city. Until today it enjoys to the 
highest degree the confidence and patronage of 
the community. Mr. Ryder was born in Chat- 
ham, Mass., and ranks with our best-known 
wholesale and retail grocers. He makes a 
specialty of the sale of Foreign and Domestic 
Fruits, and is prepared to furnish these in any 
desired quantity at the proper seasons. As 
agent for the "Pride of Key West'' clears he 
has been instrumental in widely extending the 
sale of this highly popular brand, and he reports 
an annually increasing demand for the same. 
One floor and a basement are occupied, of the 
dimensions of 25 x 45 feet and a very large 
stock of Staple and Fancy Groceries is on hand, 
comprising such goods as are required by the 
most fastidious trade, which are offered at 
the lowest market rates. The display of canned 
goods shown is especially fine, for it em- 
braces the productions of the most reliable and 
celebrated manufacturers in this and foreign 
countries, and includes I'elishes and luxuries of 
every description. Employment is given to an 
adequate force of efficient and polite assistants, 
and all orders are delivered at short notice. 



H. O. Weston, Dealer in Stationery, Fancy 
Goods, Artists' Materials; Troy Laundry 
Agency; under Clarendon Hotel. We would 
call our readers' attention to the assortment 
carried by Mr. H. G. Weston at No. 525 Tre- 
mont Street, under the Clarendon Hotel, with 
the assurance that they will find it well worthy 
of inspection, for it includes a great variety of 
artists' materials of every description and of a 
unif.irm'y high order of merit. Tube Colors, 
Placques, Easels — in short, about everything 
desired by artists may be purchased here at 
prices that will compare favorably with those of 
any similar establishment in town; also. Art 
Novelties of choice designs a specialty. Sta- 
tionery, in the latest fashionable novelties, etc., 
is also largely handled, and all the popular 
Periodicals are on sale, while a finely selected 
Circulating Library affords an opportunity for 
the latest novels of the day to be read at a nom- 
inal expense. Mr. Weston is agent for the Troy 
Laundry, and receives goods at the lowest rates, 
assuring prompt and regular delivery. 



Mitten Bros., Dealers in Provisions and 
Poultry, Fruit, Vegetables and Canned Goods 
of all kinds, 1 '.51 Washington Street. A con- 
scientious desire to use customers right, and 
an exceptionallj'^ complete knowledge of every 
detail of the business, make up a combination 
that promises the best results, and we can 
assure our re tders that in the case we have in 
mind (that of Mitten Brothers, cariying on 
operations at No. loM Washington Street) this 
promise is fully realized by the performance. 
The gentlemen we have named, began opera- 
tions in 18S3, and, on the whole, have little 
reason to complain of the reception their efforts 
to please the public have met with, for although 
they have worked hard, they have built up 
a large and growing trade and one that as yet 
shows no signs of having attained its full dimen- 
sions. The firm is made up of Messrs. G. A. 
and J. W. xMitten, both of whom were born in 
Fitchburg, Mass. One floor and a basement are 
occupied, of the dimensions of 25 x 30 feet, and 
employment is afforded five elificient and 
courteous assistants. Provisions, Poultry, 
Game in season, Fruits, Vegetables and Canned 
Goods of all descriptions are very largely hand- 
led, and a very popular feature of the business 
is the prompt and accurate delivery of orders, 
free of all charge. The most fastidious buyer 
will find meats, or other articles suited to his 
needs, at this establishment, for great care is 
shown in the selection of the stock carried, and 
special pains taken to cater to the best class of 
trade. Very low prices are quoted on all the 
commodities handled, and every article leaving 
the store is fully warranted to prove just ex- 
I actly as represented. 



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Geo. 11. White, Jobbing Mason, Whiten- 
ing and Tinting, office, G 1-2 East Springfield 
Street, residence, 53 Blue Hill Avenue. The 
work of tlie Mason holds a very high compara- 
tive position among tliat of the other trades, 
and it is but natural that it should do so, for 
Masonry is everywhere accepted as the type of 
solidity, and the skill of the architect would be 
of but little if any use were it not that the 
Mason stood ready to carry his plans into prac- 
tical effect. The Jobbing Mason is one of the 
most useful members of a community, that is 
to say, if he is able and willing to do his work 



Wiidiuau's Stov^e St»re, 24 Union Park 
Street, near Washington Street. The gain in 
convenience and the saving in labor attained by 
the use of a first-class cook-stove are generally 
appreciated, but what is not so often taken into 
consideration is the gain in economy as well. 
It is well within the bounds of truth to assert 
that from ten to thirty per cent, of the food 
cooked may be wasted in the process of cook- 
ing by reason of the imperfections of the oven 
in which it is placed, to saj' nothing of the dif- 
ference in lastefulness and digestibility between 
food cooked as it should be, and food that has 
been slowly dried up or has not been thoroughly 
penetrated by the heat. It brings about a posi- 
tive saving of money, time, fuel and temper to 
purchase a stove that will bake properly and 
that can be easily managed, and there is no 
better place in this city at which to procure 
such a stove, than the establishment conducted 
by Mr. J. C. Wadman at No. 24 Union Park 
Street, near Washington. This enterprise was 
formerly carried on at No. KWl Washington 
Street, and was inaugurated over a quarter of 
a century ago, its inception occurring in I860. 
The present owner is a member of the lioyal 
Arcanum, the United Fellowship and the Home 
Circle. Since assuming control, some ten years 
ago, he has ra;ide " Wadman's Stove Store" more 
popular than ever, and was never in a position 
to offer his customers more genuine advantages 
than at present. He is prepared to supply any- 
thing in the Stove or Furnace line at bottom 
rates, and we need hardly say that all goods 
coming from this store are sure to prove as 
represented. Every facility is at hand for the 
repairing of Stoves, Furnaces, etc. , the filling of 
orders for Tin Koofing, Sheet Iron and Tin 
Plate work, etc., and commissions will be exe- 
cuted at short notice and at most reasonable 
rates. 



as it should be done; and a gentleman who- 
bears a deservedly high reputation for the faith- 
ful manner in which all orders entrusted to him 
are executed, is Mr. Geo. H. White, whose place 
of business is at No, (5A East Sprintifield Street, 
his residence being at .N'o. 5:3 Blue Hill Avenue. 
Mr. White was born in this state, and inaugu- 
rated the enterprise mentioned in 1886. He is a 
member of the Odd Fellows, and is very well 
known throughout this vicinity. Nine men are 
employed by Mr. Wliite. and no pains is 
spared to give that immediate and intelligent 
attention to orders that is so gratifying but so 
hard to obtain. Whitening and Tinting of 
every description are done, in addition to 
Mason work, and satisfaction is guaranteed, as 
every precaution is taken to avoid injury to 
furniture, etc., and only experienced and skilled 
hands are entrusted with the filling of such 
orders. 



Walter G. Barne.s, dealer in Teas, Coffees, 
Spices and choice Family Groceries, at losvest 
prices, 556 Shawmut Avenue, between North- 
ampton and Camden streets. The popular 
house of Walter G. Barnes, has won a wide 
and merited recognition, as furnishing his pa- 
trons with the best and most reliable grocery 
goods, at most moderate rates. The careful 
attention to the smallest details of his stock, 
and the most rigid and thorough rejection of all 
inferior and adulterated goods, have obtained 
for his stock a valuable and honorable reputa- 
tion, for purity and worth. The business was 
started in 1878, by its present manager. The 
store now occupied by him is well arranged, 
comprises one floor and basement, each 20 by 
.50 feet in dimensions, and is located at 556 
Shawmut Avenue. The stock carried includes 
the finest grades of Teas, Coffees, Spices, and 
choice Family Groceries of erery description, 
which are sold at th« lowest market prices. 
Mr. Barnes is a native of Stoneham, well-known 
in social circles as well as commercial life, being 
a member of the Odd Fellows and Pilgrim 
Fathers. 

Charles McLean, Boots, Shoes and Rub- 
ber Goods, 1815 Washington Street, corner 
Camden Street. It would not require a great 
while for even an absolute stranger in the 
Highlands to gain a pretty correct idea of the 
estimation in which the establishment carried 
on by Mr. Chas. McLean at 1815 Washington 
Street, is held. This store has been doing a 
large shoe trade for twenty or more years, and, 
if anything, has been more successful since Mr. 
McLean took hold of the business in 1887. 
One floor and basement are occupied, 25 x 60 
feet in dimensions, and a competent assistant is 
always at hand to give courteous attention to 
all customers. Boots, Shoes and Rubbers of 
all grades and sizes are kept in large quantity, 
and at all prices. Fine Repairing, which is so 
hard to have executed to satisfaction nowadays, 
is made a specialty of. Mr. Mcr.,ean, who is a 
native of Boston, understands the shoe trade 
thoroughly, and gives his business close at- 
tention. All those who will call at this estab- 
lishment can see for themselves the honorable 
way in which all parts of the business are carried 
on. 



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Lonjr & Keeler, Dealers in Beef, Pork, 
Lamb, Muitou, Veal, Poultry, etc.; also Fruits 
and Vegetables, 21 and 23 ^Vashingtou Market. 
Tbeie are a fjood many Meat and Provision 
Dealers in Wasbington Market and its immedi- 
ate vicinity, but tbere are also a Rood many peo- 
ple to supply tbrougboLit tbat section, and tbe 
genoially prosperous condition of tbe enterprise 
alluded to sbows tbat tbe field is by no means 
overcrowded. Messrs. Long and Keeler, wbo 
bepan operations at Nos. 21 and 2o Wasbinp;ton 
Market, in 18S7, bave reason to subscribe to tbe 
trutli of tbis statement, for, recent as tbe estab- 
lisbinent of tbeir business is, tbey bave already 
built up a trade wbicb is one of tbe largest and 
most promising infants witb wbicb we are 
acquainted. Indeed, unless all present indica- 
tions are very deceiving, tiie business of tbis 
house will before a great wbile rank witb that 
of the most important establishments of tbe 
kind in tbe city; and this great success is en- 
tirely deserved, for the efforts made to please 
tbe public have been intelligent and continuous, 
and tliis policy is evidently to be adhered to in 
the future. Both members of tbe firm are con- 
nected witli tbe United Friends, and tbe senior 
partner is a native of Nova Scotia, bis associate 
having been born in Maine. Employment is 
afforded to three energetic and polite assistants, 
and the service will be found as first-class as 
the goods are reliable. Beef, Pork, Lamb. Mut- 
ton, Veal, Poultry, etc. are to be bad of tbis 
house at the lowest market rates, and a fine and 
complete assortment of Fruits and Vegetables 
is also carried. 



Peak Brothers, Funeral Directors, Ware- 
rooms, 1374 Washington Street. As tbere are 
few things more annoying, even distressing, 
than to bave any mischance occur on tbe occa- 
sion of a funeral, it is useful to know of a con- 
cern tbat possesses such facilities and has had 
such wide experience as to render any accident 
practically impossible when tbey are given en- 
tire ch:irge of tbe necessary arrangements. 
Such a concern is that of Peak Brothers, whose 
warerooms are located at No. 1374 Washington 
Street for the inception of tbis enterprise took 
place in 1840, it having been conducted by the 
present firm since lS7t). One floor and a base- 
ment are occupied of tbe dimensions of .30 x GO 
feet and a complete assortment of Caskets, Cof- 
fins and Funeral Goods in general is carried, 
comprising articles adapted to all tastes and 
purses and offered at extremely reasonable rates. 
The firm is made up of Mr. J. H. Peak and Mr. 
C. A. Peak, both these gentlemen being na- 
tives of Boston, and the former being a 
member of the Free Masons, wbile tbe latter is 
connected with the Odd Fellows. The firm is 
prepared to undertake tbe entire charge of 
Funerals, thus obviating the necessity of giving 
that personal attention to the numberless de- 
tails attending tbe preparations for such cere- 
monies tbat is so unpleasant in time of grief. 
The utmost dignity and decorum will be main- 
tained in cases where they bave control of af- 
fairs and they may be depended upon to fully 
provide for every contingency tbat is liable to 
arise. 



S. Webster & Co., Apothecaries, No.'63 
Warren Avenue. Eighteen years of faithful 
and successful prosecution of a business enter- 
prise affords satisfactory evidence tbat tbe per- 
son or persons holding such a record are enti- 
tled to tbe confidence and patronage of the 
community, and as tbis is just tbe length of 
time tbat tbe enterprise conducted by Mr. S, 
Webster & Co., at No. 63 Warren Avenue, has 
been before tbe public, it is only natural tliat 
it should be a very popular one, and receive 
tbe endorsement and support it so richly de- 
serves. ]SIr. Webster is a native of Saco, Maine, 
and first began operations in bis present bus- 
iness in 1870, and Mr. Griffin has been here 
for the past ten years. Both members have 
a vivid appreciation of tbe responsibilities at- 
tending a retail prescription pharmacy from tbe 
inception of the enterprise, and have tiicre- 
fore given tbat close and incessant attention 
to every detail of tbis department of tbis 
trade that has so often and favorably been 
remarked upon by those acquainted witb it. 
As a result of this continuous caution, the 
establishment under notice holds a reputation 
second to none for reliability and conservatism, 
and its prescriiJtion trade is a large and steadily 
growing one. Messrs. S. Webster & Co. are also 
agents for the American Steam Laundry Co., 
for which goods are received every day. The 
Stock of Drugs, Medicines, etc. on hand, is com- 
plete and desirable in every feature, and tbere 
is also carried an Assortment of Fine Toilet 
Articles and Drug Store Goods in general that 
is worthy of careful inspection. The prices are 
very low, and three competent assistants are 
at band to give prompt attention to customers. 



F. G. Coiiffhlan & Co., Manufacturers 
and Dealers in all kinds of Freestone and Mar- 
ble, for Building purposes, Cor.Albany ife Maid- 
en Streets. A stone-yard wbicb, although of 
smaller dimensions than some, is still one of 
the best equipped in the city, is that conducted 
by Messrs. F. G. Cougblau & Co., successors to 
Crowley & Cougblan at tbe corner of Maiden 
and Albany Streets, and the rapid but steady 
increase of patronage that has been accorded 
these gentlemen since they inaugurated their 
enterpri.se ten years ago, sbows tbat tbeir libe- 
ral business methods and the superior quality 
of the woik produced are fully appreciated by 
the public at large. Mr. Cougblan the senior 
partner is a native of Boston and Mr. Carew 
the junior member is a Bostonian by birth, and 
tbey are extensively known here, not only in 
business circles but also socially as well. The 
premises occupied cover an area of about 2000 
feet and employment is given to seven experi- 
enced and skilled assistants. The uses made of 
Freestone and M irble are so many and various 
that it is a matter of course that many firms 
should find employment in the handling and 
sale of these materials. Some very artistic 
work can be done in Freestone as well as in 
Marble, and a building into the construction of 
which these have largely entered, is sure k> be 
both attractive and durable. Messrs. F.G.Cough- 
lan & Co. are in a position to furnish their 
patrons witb unusually fine work at moderate 
rates, and our readers who want anything in 
their line should give them an early call. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



William Planning:. Sexton and Funeral 
Undertaker, Dealer in Coffins and Caskets. 819 
Albany Street. That Mr. William Maunintr is 
one of the best known Funeral Undertakers in 
the city, inu.'st be evident to all who are at all 
familiar with the magnitnde of liis business, 
for his lonfj and varied experience is availed of 
by a very large cii cle of customers and his fa- 
cilities, ample as they are, are not infreiiucntly 
severely taxed to meet the heavy demands 
made upon them. Mr. Manning is a native of 
Boston and has carried on his present establish- 
ment for many years. It is located at No. 819 
Albany Street, and is complete in every depart- 
ment, the premises oecnpied covering an acre 
of ground and a building 40 x (JO feet in size 
utilized, emi)loyment being given to nine effic 
lent assistants. Mr. Manning is Sexton and 
Funeral Undertaker of the Dorchester and 
Calvary cemeteries, and keeps constantly on 
hand an assortment of Coffins and Caskets of 
all sizt'S and kinds, as well as Grave clothes of 
variou^s styles and qualities. (Joffins and (-as- 
kets will be made to order when desired, and 
Coffin Plates engraved and Floweis, Wreaths 
and Crosses furnished. lie is prepared to 
assume entire charge of Funerals and has a 
number of first class hearses and carriages 
under his control, which he will furnish at very 
moderate rate.s. Mr. Manning is very much re- 
spected and esteemed in the community, and is 
fully deserving of the good wishes so often 
bestowed upon him. 



B. F. Wa.shinfftoii, Merchant Tailor, 713 
Tremont .Street. The question of clothes is 
always one of interest, for the average man 
desires to present a neat and stylish appearance, 
and oftea goes beyond his means in trying to 
do so. Now there is no neceesity for paying any 
such fancy prices for clothing as are demanded 
by certain " English " or " Art " Tailors, for, as 
a matter of fact, their work as a general thing is 
no better than that of some others who make no 
such pretensions and hardly charge half such 
high rates. If you doubt the correctness of our 
judgment in this matter, it is an easy thing to 
put it to the test; for we cin point out an estab- 
lishment where, although the lowest market 
rates are maintained, perfection in fit and work- 
manship is guaranteed. We refer to that of 
which Mr. 15. F. Washington is tlie proprietor, 
located at No, 713 Tremont Street, and are con- 
fident that a trial will convince tlie most fastid- 
ious that this gentleman is not only a skillful 
tailor, bnt also that he employs onl}' such 
assistants as will keep up the first-class n'pata- 
tion he enjoys in this line. Mr. WashingtoH 
founded his present business in 1ST9, and his 
circle of patrons has constantly enlarged since 
that date. He is a native of Boston and a 
member of the Free Masons, being very well 
known about town. A store is utilized, meas- 
uring 20 X 2-5 feet, and a workshop is also occu- 
pied where a number are employed, and every 
facility is at hand for filling all orders in an 
eminently prompt and satisfactory manner. In 
addition to the making of garments to order, 
cleansing and repairing are also done in the 
neatest and most thorough manner, and at the 
lowest market r»tes. 



C. A. 3Iuinfor<l, Watchmaker and .Jew- 
eler, Silver Ware, Watches, Clocks, .lewelry and 
Eye Glasses, 14!) Dartmouth Street. It would 
be very hard to find a jewelry store in Boston 
in which more genuine advantages are offered 
to the purchaser, than is the case in that carried 
on by Mr. C. A. Mumford at No. 140 Dartmouth 
-Street, and this statement is made with a full 
understanding of the fact that the stock here 
carried is small by compaiison with those to be 
found in some of the great down-town estab- 
lishments. .Vlthough Mr. Mumford's stock is 
rather small, it is extremely varied, as it con- 
tains very few duplicates, and hence affords 
much more latitude for choice than one un- 
acquainted with it would suppose. Watches, 
Clocks, .lewelry, Eye Glasses, Musical Instru- 
ments, .Japanese Goods, Silver Ware — these 
make up quite a list, as our readers can see, and 
it is worthy of mention tiiat these articles are 
personally selected by Mr. Mumford with special 
reference to the requirements of his trade, and 
each and every one of them fully guaranteed to 
prove as represented. The proprintor of this 
establishment is a native of this city, and 
opened his present store in 1SS7, removing 
from 21') Tremont Street, where he had been 
situated for two years. One floor is utilized, of 
the dimensions of 20 x 4') feet, together with a 
basement of similar size, and employment is 
afforded to three assistants. Particular atten- 
tion is paid to the Repairing of Watches, French 
Clocks, and .Jewelry of all kinds, and those 
owning a watch whose vagaries have thus far 
proved uncontrollable should give Mr. Mum- 
ford's skill a trial, as he ranks with the most 
skillful watch repairers in the city and guaran- 
tees satisfaction to his patrons. 



Thomas Ratig'an, Pi-actical Plumber. No. 
770 Tremont Street. It is all very well to have 
correct theories, etc. as to how plumbing and 
such W'Ork should be done, but it is much better 
to be able to put those theories into practical 
operation. It should always be remembered 
that although book knowledge is admirable so 
far as it goes, still it can never take the place of 
that gained by practical observation and long 
continued experience. It is owing in no small 
degree to the public appreciation of these facts 
that the establishment of which Mr. Thomas 
Ratigan is the pro])rietor, situated on Tremont 
Street, No. 770, enjoys so large a share of pat- 
ronage for it is generally known that orders left 
with this house will receive the benefit of both 
practical and theoretical knowledge. .Mr. Rati- 
gan senior founded the business alluded to in 
I8t57. One llojr I id bisMneut are occupied, of 
the dimensions of 20 x -io feet, and employment 
is afforded six skilled assistants. Tiii3 enter- 
prise is now under the direct management of 
Mr. Thomas II. Ratigan, who has manifested 
marked ability in this position, and who may be 
confidently depended on to fully maintain the 
high reputation so long held by this popular 
house. Estimates are given for every descrip- 
tion of sanitary Plumbing. All work is done in 
accordance with the latest rules of sanitary 
science and Repairing is given prompt and 
careful attention and personal supervision at 
the lowest rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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to carry this belief into practice. Employment 
is given to two efficient and polite assistants 
and orders are filled in the most careful and 
thorough manner, at the lowest rates that can 
ba pliiced on first-class goods. No misrepresen- 
tation is permitted and patrons may consequent- 



St. James Stable, S. W. SpofEord. Pro- 
prietor, Boarding, Baiting. Sale and Livery Sta- 
ble, 1440 Washington Street, between Dedham 
and Maiden Streets. No one, be he either na- 
tive of or stranger to Boston, need lack for a 

day's wholesome and hearty amu.-,einent as long lationispe i ^^ tv,o,r .,i^ fni- 

as our suburbs retain their present b.auty and ^7 vely upon gettingjust wliat they pay loi, 
the roads their present excellence, for both are | 
celebrated not only throughout the state but 
throughout all New England and the hursemdn 
or any body else who has blood in his veins, 
who can't find enjoyment in taking advantage 



Wui. H. Boarrtman, Stair Builder. Esti- 
mates given and all orders promptly attended 
to. ?,'.)•» Albany Street. This is not the place 
of the opportunities" thus offered, must be very j to enter into a discussion of the leason why 
hard to suit and is truly to be pitied. But stair-building is made a special branch of the 
beautiful scenery and smooth roads are of little 1 carpenter's trade, but it may be briefly said 
practical use unless the means for enjoying ' that this industry is really quite distinct from 



them is at hand, and in this connection per 
mit us to call our reader's attention to the ad- 
vantages olfered by the St. .James Stable, of 
which Mr. S. W. Spof'ford is the proprietor, and 
which is located at No. 1440 Washington Street, 
between Dedham and Maiden Streets. Mr. 
Spofford was born in Vermont, and he purchased 
the property mentioned in 1878. Thus he has 
been identified witli it for just about ten years. 



any other, although it may be carried on in 
connection v/ith general carpentering and l)uild- 
ing. What may be called the architectural 
possibilities of a stairway, are seldom reahzed 
in this countrj', where there is generally not 
enough space to spare in the buildings as 
desigTied, to give stairways the prominence 
that^is their rightful due, but there have lately 
been noticed, very d(>cided changes ii3 this re- 



and his business methods must consequently be ' spect, and before long we may look for the 
thoroughly known by this time. That they are i trade of the stair-builder attaining the piorai- 
such as to meet the approval of the public is , neuce it deserves. One of the most skillful ta 
shown by the great popularity the establish- i be found in this city, is Mr. W. H. Boardman, 
ment enjoys, and, indeed, to those who are ac- ! doing business .it No. ;]'.''.' Albany Street, and 
quainted with the accommodations furnished ' although he only began operations in ISSG, he 
and the prices fixed on the same, this popular- ; has already built up a large and growing trade, 
ity is by no means wondered at. The premises Mr. Boardman is a native of Boston and is very 
in use comprise two floors measuring 8.5 x 70 well known in the building industry. He occu- 
feet and employment is given to fifteen corape- | pies one floor measuring 40 x 80 feet, gives em- 
tent assistants. There are eighty stalls and ac- i ploymeut to six efficient assistants. and_ is 
commodaiions for 150 carriages in the stable, prepared to fill all orders at the lowest attaiua- 
aud horses will be boarded or baited at the ble rates and in the most satisfactory manner. 



lowest market rates and assured the best of 
food and care. Carriages either si ugle or double, 
and good and speedy horses may be hired of 
Mr. Spofford at low prices, and those who are 
thinking of investing in horseflesh might do 
much worse than give this gentleman a call, as 
he generally has desirable animals for road use 
on hand, and often off"ers decided bargains to 
those desiring to buy. 



Estimates will be cheerfully uiven and any 
needful information courteously afforded on 
application. 



Geo. A. Oal*es, Grocer, 466 Tremont 
Street. Almost any person would hesitate a i household operations greatly facilitated 



W. H. Sheffield, Bell-Hanger and Lock- 
smith, 482 Tremont Street. In almost any 
house, (and particularly where servants are em- 
ployed) it adds much to the convenience of the 
occupants to have a well-arranged system of bells 
in operation, for by such means many an unnec- 
essary step may be avoided and the various 

The 



moment at least, if suddenly called upon to de 
fine the word " Groceries," for such an enor- 
mous variery of goods is included within this 
general title, that it must seem as if any short 
definition would fail to properly describe the 
meaning of it. A visit to any well-stocked city 
grocery store, will serve to show better than 
any words can the scope of the grocer's trade 
and a fine sample of a first-class establishment 
of this kind is to be seen at No. 466 Tremont 
Street, in the store occupied by Mr. Geo. A. 
Oakes. This gentleman is a native of Athol, 
Mass., and inaugurated the enterprise alluded 
to in 18S5. The premises utilized are 25 x 60 



expense of putting; in such a system is much 
less than most people imagine, and if a compe- 
tent bell-banger be entrusted with the work 
the result is sure to be satisfactory. We can as- 
sure our readers that they need feel no hesita- 
tion in placing orders of this kind with Mr. W. 
H. Sheffield, of No. 482 Tremont Street, for he 
has had a long and varied experience in 
bidl-hanging, and stands ready to undertake 
the most extensive job in this Hue with a guar- 
antee of satisfaction. Mr. Sheffield may also be 
entrusted with the repairing of locks, fitting of 
keys, etc., for he has given this branch of his 
business careful study and has every appliance 



feet in dimensions and very little of this large and tool at hand that will enable him to carry 

amount of space is unoccupied, for Mr. Oakes it on to the best advantage. He will be found 

is a believer in carrying a stock sufficiently very moderate in his charges, and has sufficient 

varied and sufficiently large to permit of all assistance at his command to promise that all 

tastes being suited and all orders filled, and as orders will be filled at short notice as well as 

his business is a large and growing one, he in the uniformly first-class style for which he 
needs to have a heavy stock on hand in order | has been noted since he began operations in 1872. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



J. B. Hunter & Co., Huilders' Hardware, 

Carpeuters' and Machinists' Tools, 128(5 Wash- 
ington Street. An attractive store, a more at- 
tractive stock and most attractive prices, is the 
eummins up one might give of tlie establish- 
ment carried on by Messrs. J. B. Hunter & Co., at 
No. IL'S!) Wa.shington .Street, for tliis descrip- 
tion is strictly justified by the facts, as will be 
agrpcd by all familiar with the enterprise in 
question. The firm alluded to founded this 
undertaking in 18S4, and soon attained a grati- 
fying amount of patronage which has steadily 
increased with the passage of years. The 
premises occupied comprise one floor and a 
basement and measure 2.> x O.j feet. It is but 
rarely that so varied and complete a stock is to 
be found in a retail hardware store as iscai-ried 
by this concern, for the assortmenit on lian,^ in- 
cludes Builders' Hardware, Carpenters' and Ma- 
chinists' tools, and also a selecton of general 
hardware embracing practically everything in 
this line. An order box is maintained at No. 
104 Devonshire Street, and Telephone connec- 
tion is had, thus making it easy to transmit 
orders from any part of the city. Employment 
is afforded four efficient assistants, and not 
lie lea st popular feature of the establishment 
ts the promptness and courtesy with which cus- 
tomers are waited on. It is the aim of those 
at the head of this enterprise to offer equal in- 
ducements to the down-town stores, and that 
this is done there can be no dispute whatever. 
The prices will be found to compare favorably 
"With those of any similar house and no misrep- I 
resentation of goods is permitted. Mr. Hunter 
has supplied the trimming and hardware used 
in the constructio'i of many of the principal i 
buildings recently erected in Boston, amons ' 
which are a number, of School Houses, Engine 
House. Police Station, the new City Hospi-l 
tal etc. ; also R. H. Stearns' new building and 
the elegant structure recently erected on the 
Back Bay for S. S. Pierce; also many fine private 
residences. 



! practical service under all possible conditions. 
Mr. Cuddihy is able to supply it in quantities to 
suit, either at wholesale or retail, and those who 
have done business with him need not be told 
that his prices are as low ns the lowest. 



John J. Cuddihy, North River Blue 
Stone, Akron Sewer and Drain Pipe, 018 Albany 
Street. The policy now being adopted in the 
busines*! district of this city of substituting 
flagstones for bricks for sidewalk purposes" 
is an extremely well-advised one. for the 
superiority of the former over the latter. 
si)ecially where there is much travel, cannot 
be questioned. One of the heaviest dealers 
in North River flagging stone, etc., that can 
be found in Boston, is Mr. John J. Cuddihy. 
of No. 013 Albany Street; and although this 
gentleman has only conducted his present en- 
terprise since ISTti, he has gained a re])utation | 
of which he has every reason to be j>roud, for < 
carrying a large and well-selected stock, offering i 
it at bottom prices and filling every order 
given with promptness and accuracy. Mr. Cud- 
dihy is a Bostonian by birth, and is very well | 
known in business circles. The premises occu- I 
pied by him are well-arranged, and there is car- 
ried, in addition to the stock of Fl.agging Stone, 
a full selection of Akron Sewer and'brai'ii Pipe.' 
We need say nothing concerning the merits of 
this pipe, for it is doubtless the best known in | 
the market and has stood the severest tests of I 



Georg-e E. Jaques, dealer in Provisions 
091 Tremont Street, telephone No. 4USl-;3. The 
problem of how to feed such an enormous 
number of people as are contained within the 
limits of this city, is a most complex and inter- 
esting one and involves the handling of stu- 
I pendous quantities of provisions in its practical 
carrying out. The magnitude of the interests 
involved is not generally appreciated, from the 
fact that we have all got in the way of taking 
things for granted as regards our food supply, 
and hardly bestow a thought upon the means 
by which our daily sustenance is brought to our 
doors. It is a vast subject and one well worthy 
of study, and as the only way to attain any ade- 
quate idea of it is to take it in detail let us con- 
sider for a moment the establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. Geo. E. Jaques, at No. 691 
Tremont Street; for this gentleman is one of 
the largest dealers in Provisions in this portion 
of the city, and is one of the pioneers in the 
trade, having begun operations in 1801. He is 
a native of Tewksbury and is connected with 
both the Odd Fellows and the Royal Arcanum. 
Mr. Jaques' trade extends over a very consider- 
able territory, for he has long held the reputa- 
tion of handling only reliable and satisfactory 
goods and of supplying the same at fair and 
reasonable rates. His store occupies one floor 
and a basement, of the dimensions of 'M x 45 
feet and the stock on hand is skilfully selected 
to meet the wants of the high class of patronage 
enjoyed. Six assistants are in attendance and 
orders by Telephone receive quick and accu- 
rate delivery. 



31. A. Newton, Fancy Goods, and McCall's 
Bazaar Patterns, and Troy Laundry Agency, 709 
Tremont Street. Among the best-known dry 
and fancy goods houses in this section of the 
j citj^ is that conducted by M. A. Newton and 
J located at No. 709 Tremont Street. This estab- 
I lishment was founded by its present proprietor 
in 1800. who has met with marked success, being 
a lady of unusual business ability, besides pay- 
ing strict attention to the wants of the public. 
Tiie store is finely situated on one of the most 
prominent thoroughfares of the city, and is 
20 by 75 ft. Orders received daily for Troy 
Laundrj', and returned promptly. Miss New- 
ton has lecently added a full line of the cele- 
brated .McCall Bazaar Patterns, of which she will 
be pleased to furnish an illustrated catalogue ou 
application. Attentive assistants are employed, 
who are ever ready to wait upon customers in 
an intelligent and courteous manner. The pro- 
prietor personally selects the entire stock, and 
being a lady of exceptionally fine taste, only 
the latest fashions and the choicest goods are 
to be found at this establishment. We advise 
all who have not already done so to patronize 
this store, and we feel assured they will be, sat- 
isfied with both the selections and prices. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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A. P. Gilson, Pharmacist, 6o0 Tremont 
Street. The South End being particularly a 
residential portion of the city, it is obvious that 
it presents a fine field for such business enter- 
prises as cater expressly to family trade; and as 
druj,' stores are prominent among undertakings 
of this nature, it naturally follows that many of 
them are to be found in the section alluded to. 
One of the most popular and largely patronized 
of these is that of which Mr. A. P. Gilson is 
the proprietor, located at No. (330 Tremont 
Street, and as there is no effect without a cause, 
it may be well to touch upon the causes of this 
popularity. Mr. A. P. Gilson was born in New 
Hampshire, and began operations in his pres- 
ent field of usefulness in 1871. He utilizes one 
floor and a basement of the dimensions of 20 x '■]'> 
feet, and makes it a point to carry so .full and 
complete an assortment of Drngs. Medicines 
and Chemicals as to assure the prompt and 
accurate filling of all orders for these articles 
which may be entrusted to him. Recognizing 
the fact that freshness and freedom from adul- 
teration, exercise a most important influence 
upon the efiicacy of drugs in general, he strives 
to guard against unwittingly handling any 
agents which are not susceptible of performing 
the duties, which undei- ordinary circumstances 
may be expected of them. To attain this end 
he deals only with such wholesalers as have a 
reputation for probity and reliability, and is, 
consequently, in a position to guarantee the 
excellence of the goods he sells. Prescriptions 
are promptly and carefully compounded, and 
very reasonable charges made. Mr. Gilson is also 
Proprietor of the Wonderful Cough Syrup, 
which relieves the worst cough in two minutes; 
cures with a few doses; recommended by phy- 
sicians and nurses. 

Boston, Mass., Oct 7th, ISSO. 
I have used Gilson's Cough Syrup for two 
years, whenever troubled by bronchial or pul- 
monary affections, and know it to be the best 
remedy I ever used. I cheerfully recommend it 
to others. 

G. COLLINS, Chaplain U. S A. 

Boston, May 2, 1SS.S. 
My little boy, 7 years olJ, was given up by 
three of the best physicians in Boston, as just 
gone in consumption, and all that could be done 
was to make him comfortable while he lived. 
To quiet him I was induced to try " Gilson's 
Wonderful Cough Syrup," and to my great sur- 
prise and joy two 2oc bottles cured him, and he 
is today perfectly well. I am happy to recom- 
mend it as a most wonderful medicine, and ad- 
vise everybody not to be without it in the house. 
MRS. MARY GANNON. 212 Columbus Av. 

Boston, Nov. 22d, ISSfi. 
Your Wonderful Cough Cure was first given 
me by a friend to try; since then I have pur- 
chased a bottle for my child who has been suf- 
fering with a bad cough, and is now entirely 
cured, and I would cheerfully recommend it to 
any one who may be in need and suffering with 
a cough. Respectfully yours, 

H. B. HOPKINS, 62 Summer St. 

2^^ The above are only a few of the many 
testimonials received. 

Price 'iS ceuts, 50 cents and $l.O0. 



IVIivs. E. F. 3Iarb]e, Dealer in Bakers' 
Goods, Confectionery, Fruit, Soda, Choice Ci- 
gars, etc., 2.j4 Columbus Avenue, Cor. Cazenove 
Street. A quite recently established but very 
popular enterprise is that conducted by Mrs. E. 
F. Marble, at No. 2-54 Columbus Avenue, corner 
of Cazenove Street; and we take especial pleas- 
ure in calling attention to it, from the fact that 
everything obtained at this store is sure to 
prove just as represented. Mrs. Marble begun 
operations in 1887, and has shown great ability 
in so managing the enterprise that its success 
was as immediate as it is pronounced. The 
premises occupied, comprise one floor and a 
basement, of the dimensions of 20 x 4.i feet, and 
the large stock carried includes Baker's Goods, 
Confectionery made on the jMemises, Fruit, So- 
da, Choice Cigars and many other things too 
numerous to mention. It should also be stated 
that work is received here for one of the best 
Laundrys in the city, and collars, shirts, cuffs, 
etc., are laundered in tlie most satisfactory man- 
ner without injury or excessive wear. The line of 
confectionery ottered to patrons is a varied and 
desirable one, and the goods composing it are 
made on the premises so that their freshness 
and delicacy of flavor are assured. Orders for 
either wholesale or retail custom receive 
prompt attention, and trade orders are filled at 
short notice. The cigars handled are also de- 
serving of the appreciation of fastidious smok- 
ers, as they are carefully selected as regards 
strength\and evenness of quality, and a really 
good article is sold at a very low price. Two 
competent assistants are employed, and callers 
promptly attended to. 



J. B. Kempton, Dealer in Provisions, 
Fruit and Vegetables; Choice Butter and Eggs 
a Specialty; 7i3o Tremont Street, Corner Spring- 
field. Although it may seem as if information 
regarding provision stores was hardly called for, 
there being so large a number of these estab- 
lishments to be found throughout the city, still 
for this very reason we believe tiiat the public 
will appreciate being told where there may be 
found a strictly reliable enterprise of this kind, 
as, unfortunately, all of them cannot truthfully 
be so described. We are confident that those 
who may favor Mr. .1. B. Kempton with their 
patronage will have no occasion to regret hav- 
ing done so, for this gentleman carries on one 
of the best -equipped Provision Stores in this 
section, and proposes to do all in his power to 
fully satisfy his customer-s. The establishment 
in (luestion is located at No. TG5 Tremont Street, 
corner of Springfield, and comprises one floor 
and a basement of the dimensions of 18 x 'ib feet. 
A very finely selected stock of Provisions, 
Fruit and Vegetables is constantly on hand, and 
customers are supplied at the lowest market 
rates with goods e(iual to any. Choice Butter 
and Eggs are made specialties, and Mr. Kemp- 
ton has so arranged matters that he is assured 
a continuous and abundant supply of these 
articles directly from the producers. This will 
be appreciated by those who know the impor- 
tance of having Butter and Eggs as fresh as 
possible, and, in fact, that it is alreadj' appre- 
ciated is proved by the large trade done in this 
department. Mr. Kempton was born in Boston, 
and is a member of the Odd Fellows. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



F. S. Kisteeii & Co., 527 and .j20 Tieinout 
Street. Without a doubt, tlie finest cstablisli- 
ment of its kind in the section of tlie city 
where it is located is that conducted by Messrs. 
F. S. llisteenifc Co., at Xos. 527 and 52!) Tremont 
Street, under the CHarendon Motel. It is leally 
a model of wliat a hii^h-jjrade Grocery House 
should be; for since the removal to its present 
quarters (which was consuniniale<l October 1, j 
18S7) the fjreatly superior facilities enjoyed 
here enable patrons to receive an even more 
satisfactory service tlian before. Tiie store now 
occupied is of the dimensions of 50 x lOil feet, 
and contains a stock of Fine Groceries, Wines. 
Fruits, etc., which for variety and excellence is 
unexcelled. Business was be^un by this con- 
cern in lSi)8, at 105 1 Washintjton Street, and atoGo | 
Treiuont Street, and the present very larfje and i 
hij^hly desirable trade has been honestly and \ 
laboriously built up by the employment of un- 
remitrins industry and honoiable and liberal 
business methods for very nearly a full score of 
years. It is only by continued and piiinstakin<j 
effort that a reputation for entire reliability can i 
be attained by any house, and that of F. 8. : 
Risteen & Co., assured as it is now, was only 
made by years of conscientious toil. Haudliufj 
every description of Staple and Fancy Gro- i 
caries, a Specialty is made of the Finest Cream- j 
ery Butter, Factory Cheese, and Fresh Cape 
Eggs, as well as the various imported cheeses, l 
Mr. Risteen has been a resident of Boston for 
thirty years, and is a prominent citizen in more 
respects than one. He is connected with the 
Free Masons, lloyal Arcanum and Odd Fellows; 
also has been a member of both branches of 
the City Government, one of the Board of As- 
sessors, has represented his District in the State 
Senate, and he has been, for the past ten years, 
a member of the Board of Directors for Public 
Institutions, and has an extremely large circle 
of friends who may congratulate him none the 
less on his business success, from the fact that 
it has been fairly and honestly won. 



A. L. 3Iar.shall, Paper Hangings and In- 
terior Decorations, Holland Shades made to 
order, (J East Springfield Street. The enterprise 
conducted by Mr. A. L. Marshall at No. 6 
East Springfield Street, was inaugurated in 1875 
under the style of " Knox ct Marshall," and 
passed into the sole possession of its present 
proprietor in 1878. Mr. Marshall is a native of 
Boston and has a very accurate idea of what is 
demanded by tlie best city trade. To the in- 
telligence and liberality he has displayed in 
meeting this demand, the greater part of the 
exceptional success he has attained is due, and 
in his case at least it may be said, that hard and 
per.sistent work, and not "luck" at all, has won 
a victory. The premises utilized, measure 
20 x 70 feet, and employment is given to ten 
efficient assistants. Mr. Marshall makes it a 
point to keep a sufficiently large and varied stock 
of the numerous materials recpiired in his busi- 
ness, to allow him to fill all orders without 
delay, and he guarantees that the goods etc. 
used by him are strictly first-class in every par- 
ticular and will be found most durable and sat- 
isfactory. The most convincing evidence that 
can be given of Mr. Marshall's co:npetency and 



resources, is that afforded by the numerous 
commissions he has executed in the past and 
we have yet to hear a word of complaint from 
those who have taken advantage of the facili- 
ties he offers. To combine promptness with 
thoroughness and the use of the best stock and 
latest desii^ns with reasonable rates, is a task of 
no small dilficnlty, and that Mr. Marshall has 
succeeded in doing it must be accepted as an 
undeniable fact. A large stock of .\merican and 
Foreign Wall Paper is carried, also Holland 
Shades to order. 



Chai'le.s B. Woolley, Wholesale and Re- 
tail Dealer in Beef, Pork, Mutton. Veal, and 
Poultry; Stalls, 25, 27, 29 and :>1 Washington 
Market., If a sign should be hung out in front 
of the houses of all the families supplied with 
meats and provisions by Mr. Charles B. Wool- 
ley, it is probable that even that gentleman 
himself would be surprised at the showing 
made, for although he knows of course in a 
general way about what his business amounts 
to, still it is too large to be easily compre- 
hended by the employment of the usual meth- 
ods. Mr. Woolley is a native of X. H., and 
founded his present undertaking in 1870. 
His tratle, although established now for nearly 
a score of years, is still rapidly growing, and 
indeed it would be surprising if it were not, 
for the more goods Mr. Woolley sells, the more 
pronounced are the inducements he is able to 
offer his customers, and he was never so well 
prepared as now to guarantee satisfaction to all 
who may make trial of the resources of his es- 
tablishment. Stalls Nos. 25, 27, 29 and 31 
Washington Market are occupied and an im- 
mense stock is carried, consisting of Beef, Pork, 
Mutton, Lamb. Veal and Poultry, together with 
Fruits both Foreign and Domestic and Vegeta- 
bles of all kinds in their seasons. Both a whole- 
sale and retail business is done, and the motto 
of the establishment is evidently "Keliable 
Goods at Bottom Prices," for this policy is ad- 
hered to at all times. Telephone connection is 
had, and orders, whether received in tliis way or 
any other, are assured i)rompt and careful at- 
tention. Employment is afforded to eight ef- 
ficient and courteous assistants and the large 
patronage enjoyed can thus be easily and satis- 
factorily lianilkHl. 



E. T. Lamb, Dealer in Furniture, Carpets, 
Ranses, Stoves, and General House Furnishing, 
Goods. l:'.75 Washington Street, cyr. of Union 
Park Boston. No intelligent person needs to be 
told that there have been decided reductions 
madein the prices of House- Furnishing Goods 
of late years, for the fact is so plain as to be self- 
evident. This condition of things has been 
brought about by a variety of causes which it 
is not necessary to consider here, prominent 
among which is the competition that has arisen 
between rival dealers. The establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. E. T. Lamb, at No. 1:;75 Washing- 
ton Street, corner of Union Park, has repeat- 
edly proved its ability to hold its own as long 
as legitimate methods are employed, and cer- 
tainly was never better prepared than it is to- 
day, to meet all demands upon its resources by 



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those who desire fashionable and durable 
household goods at a fair price. Mr. Lamb 
started his present business in 18S0, and has 
built up a large and growing trade. He is a 
member of the Odd Fellows and also of the 
Free Masons, and is well and favorably known 
in trade-circles as a careful and enterprising 
buyer. The premises ntilized. comprise one 
floor and a basement, measuring 30 x 70 feet, 
and a store-house of the dimensions of oO x 50 
feet, there being employment given to six com- 
petent assistants, a fine line of Furniture, Car- 
pets, Ranges, Stoves and other Household ne- 
cessities is carried in stock at all times, and it 
would be useless to attempt to describe an as- 
sortment that is at once so varied and so com- 
plete Callers are given polite aud cheerful at- 
tention, and Mr. Lamb mikes it a rule to in- 
struct his salesmen to show equal considera- 
tion to all who visit his establishment. It is 
not regarded as a hardship to be asked to show 
goods by any means, and the utmost facilities 
ai'e afforded those wishing to ascertain the ad- 
vantages Mr. Lamb has to offer. Upholstering 
and Repairing are done at short notice and at 
prices as low as tlie lowest. 



Sarg'ent'.s Stea<n Laundry, and Dye House 
1862 to 1S6S Washington Street. Notwithstand 
ing that Public Laundries are so numerous in 
■this city at the present day, it is not a great 
many j'ears since they were few and far be- 
tween, and in fact by far the larger portion 
of them have been established since 18S0. It is 
not our purpose to present arguments in favor 
of these enterprises, for the people know of 
what great convenience they are, or else there 
would never have been so many of them start- 
ed. But their merits vary. Some can be given 
unreserved commendation, while others are 
quite unworthy of patronage for reasons that it 
is not necessary to mention iiere in detail. But 
we may say (and our verdict has long since 
been confirmed by the public) that Sargents' 
Steam Laundry and Dye House, located at N'os. 
1862 to 180S Washington Street, is an establish- 
ment that is m;inaged in a thoroughly straight- 
forward and honorable fashion, and the uniform 
excellence of its work really leaves very little 
to be desired. Mr. Sargent became identified 
with this enterprise in 18S1, and under his direc- 
tion it has developed and extended with a ra- 
pidity as steady as it is surprising. Those who 
have been subjected to the annoyance of fre- 
quently not having their laundry work deliv- 
ered when it was promised, will appreciate the 
advantages of patronizing the establishment 
in question, wheu we say that this is a very un- 
usual occurrence indeed with Mr. Sargent, who 
has the business so admirably systematized 
and employs so large a corps of assistants to- 
gether with the latest improved appliances, 
that he is enabled to tiu'ii out an immense 
amount of work at short notice and to keep his 
promises to the letter. Goods are collected free 
of charge at all tho railroad, steamboat and ex- 
press otiices. as well as at residences or stores, 
and will be delivered free also. The charges 
made are as low as the lowest, and the quality 
of the work speaks for itself. No injurious 
chemicals are used, and satisfaction is confi- 
dently guaranteed. 



J. C. Russell, Dealer in Groceries. Pro- 
visions and Fruit, 1724 Washington Street. Cor- 
ner Springfield. One of the most widely known 
of our South End business men is Mr. J. C. 
Russell, whose establishment is located at No. 
1724 Washington Street, and this gentleman is 
as popular as he is well known, for his honora- 
ble and enterprising business methods have 
combined with his social qualities to give him 
the prominence he now enjovs. Mr. Russell 
was formerly in business at Wollaston, Mass., 
and was Postmaster at that place for six years. 
He belongs to many of the best known Frater- 
nal societies, among which may be mentioned 
the Free Masons, Odd Fellows. United Work- 
men. Knights of Honor and the (xrand Army, 
and as a Member of Company B, Twelfth New 
Hampshire Volunteers he was •"on hand" at 
Fredericksburgh, Cold Harbor. Chancellorsville 
and other famous engagements. One fioor and 
a basement are occupied, of the dimensions of 
25 x 125 feet, and an immense stock is carried, 
comprising Choice Staple and Fancy Groceries, 
Provisions, Fruit, etc.. while employment is af- 
forded to four competent aud polite assistants. 
The goods handled by Mr. Russell will be found 
uniformly reliable and desirable in every respect, 
and are offered at prices that no one can rea- 
sonably object to. Operations were begun in 
ISSO, and the rapid growth of the business since 
that date would seem to indicate that the pub- 
lic appreciates the advantages to be gained 
by patronizing this establishment. Orders are 
very promptly delivered, and eveiy caller may 
depend upun receiving the uniform courtesy 
and consideration that Mr. Russell believes to 
be the due of all customers. 



Heiitz & Beuuet, House-painting, East 
Springfield Street. Economy is an excellent 
thing in its way; but there is a decided differ- 
ence between true and false economy, and care 
should be taken lest in seeking one the other 
should be fallen into. For instance, it used to 
be the custom to allow buildings to remain un- 
painted to save the expense of painting them; 
Ijut it has been discovered by experience that 
such a course, far from saving money, actually 
wasted it. as the elements beating on the bare 
boards soon reduced them to decay and useless- 
ness. It therefore follows that no frame struct- 
ure should be permitted to be exposed, wholly 
or in part, without the protection afforded by 
paint, and considerations of economy as well 
as of pride should induce every house-owner to 
see that his buildings are thoroughly covered 
with this useful material. It will not require 
frequent renewing if applied by skillful hands, 
and as good a concern as can be found to 
attend to work of this kind, is that of Hentz 
ik, Bennet, doing business on East Springfield 
Street, up stairs. This firm commenced opera- 
tions in 1885, and have gained the confidence 
and patronage of the public by the use of first- 
class stock and the prompt and careful filling of 
all orders. One floor is occupied, of the dimen- 
sions of 20 x 30 feet, and a sufficient force of 
competent workmen is employed to assure that 
all commissions shall be executed in a manner 
that leaves nothing to be desired. Orders by 
mail will be acted upon without delay, and the 
I lowest prices are charged that are consistent 
I with fine material and skilled labor. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



J. H. Healey & CO., Boardiujr. Hack, 
and Livery Stable, 20 and 28 East Concord 
Street. No man who deserves to own a good 
horse, will board him at an establishment where 
be is not assured the best of care and atten- 




dance, and evoiy hoisfowner sliould make it a 
point to see that his animal receives all that is 
due him. in this line. We know that most resi- 
dents of the city that own horses, have no time 
to personany inv<^sri<i;ite the various stables 
that announce they are prepared to undertake 
the boardintjand care of these animals, but they 
can at least patronize only such establishments 
as have a hi^li reputation for reliability and 
honorable business methods, and one of the 
very best of these is' that conducted by Messrs. 
J. il. Healey ifc Co.. at Xos. 20 anil 28 East Con- 
cord .Street. A public stable has been main- 
tained here for over a score of years, but since 
the present concern assumed possession in 18S4, 
a ETi'eat increase in business and popularity has 
been noticeable. Well, this is not to be won- 
dered at, for Mr. Healey is an experienced and 
able Stable man and believes in furnishin<^ the 
very best accommodations at all times and at 
the lowest prices consistent with the mainte- 
nance of the liisjli standard of merit he is deter- 
mined to reach. He is a native of Boston, and 
is connected with the Odd Fellows and also 
with the Grand Army, havinjj served in the 
Department of the Gulf durin<r the Hebelion as 
a member of Co., A, 42d Massachusetts. Four 
floors are utilized and ten hands employed, 
there beinj; a very extensive Hack and Livery 
business done. In addition to the Boardinj; fa- 
cilities furnisiied, carriages will be supplied for 
Weddiuus.Parties. Funerals, and conveyances to 
the Depots, etc.. all orders beintj given prompt 
and careful attention, and teams being at hand 
sharp on the hour promised. Some good 
horses are available for Livery use, and no lover 
of driving, will regret favoring this popular 
concern with an order. 



assortment of latest styles and designs in Spring 
Beds, Mattresses, Mirrors, Clocks, Wringers, 
and a thousand and one articles and specialties 
in house-furnishing goods. He supplies mer- 
chandise of superior quality at lowest prices, 
and delivers goods free of expense to all, guar- 
anteeing satisfaction in eveiy particular. 

B. F. Colcord & Co., Carpenters and 
Builders, 477 A Tiemont Street. Although the 
imp(ntance of employing a good Architect to 
draw up the necessary plans, etc., when one de- 
termines to build, can scarceh' be overestimated, 
still there should be at least an equal amount of 
care displayed in the choice of a builder to put 
the same into practical operation, and it is just 
here that we are able to oflerour readers useful 
information, for it is a fact that will be cheer- 
fully testified to by all who have dealings with 
tlie firm in question, that Messrs B. F. Colcord 
ife Co. are among the most skillful and reliable 
builders in this city. The enterprise they con- 
duct was inaugurated in 1800, and the public 
was not slow to perceive the advantages they 
had to offer, and the faithful and satisfactory 
manner in which every promise , made was 
cheerfully carried out. Under these circum- 
stances, it is but n.atural that the business of 
this firm should now have rsached very large 
proportions, and, in point of fact, it now ranks 
with the most extensive in Boston. The prem- 
ises occupied are located at Xo. 477 A Tremont 
.Street, and comprise two floors.measuring 2.5x70 
feet. A force of twenty assistants is em- 
ployed, and not only building but repairing of 
all kinds will receive prompt attention. The 
men employed are experienced and careful, and 
as every facility is at hand to work with, the 
quality of what is done is of the best, and 
durability as well as beauty provided for. 



E. Thomp.son, Furniture, Stoves, I'tc, 18S8 
Washington Street, directly opposite Washing- 
ton Market. Well knotvn among houses of a 
similar kind, is that of .Mr. E. Tiiompson nt Xo. 
1888 Washington Street. Mr. Thompson is a 
native of (ilasgow, .Scotland, and a menil)er of 
the order of Free Masons. He began ojjcrations 
here in 187;i, and his success his bjen all that 
could be desii-ed. The premises occupied are 
four floors. 2.> x 120 feet in dimensions, and are 
stocked with a well-selected variety of Furni- 
ture and General Household Goods of all the 
latest styles. .Mr. Thompson's qualifications 
are such as to enable him to give the best 
advantages to his customers. All goods are sold 
at the lovvest prices to be found in th'S city, and 
are all as represented. His stock comprises full 
lines of parlor, chamber and household furni- 
ture generally, and a very select and complete 



J. Smith & Son, Dealers in All Kinds of 
Fresh, Pickled and Smoked Fish, 470 Tremont 
Street, near Dover. Although the firm of J. 
Smith it Son have only been established in their 
present quarters since 1884, they are by no 
means inexperienced in the business or un- 
known in the vicinity, for Mr. Smith has carried 
on operations at the South End for a quarter of 
a century, and what he don't know about fish is 
not worth knowing. This knowledge is availed 
of freely by customers, and the public have 
learned that they may depend upon getting 
fresh fish at this store at all times during busi- 
ness hours and at the lowest market rates. One 
floor and a basement are occupied, measuring 
2 > X 00 feet, and all kinds of Fresh, Pickled and 
Smoked Fish are kept in stock, together with 
Oysters, Lobsters, Scallops, Quahaugs and South 
Shore Clams. The store is located at Xo. 470 
Tremont Street, near Dover, and as employ- 
ment is given to five competent assistants, cus- 
tomers are assured the most prompt and polite 
attention. A specialty is made of Cape Cod 
Oysters, which are kept constantly in stock, and 
all the goods coming from this store are fully 
warranted to prove just as represented in every 
respect. The business done is very Large and is 
steadily increasing, as the customers are not 
only well encjugh satisfied to come again them- 
selves, but feel as though they must bring their 
friends also. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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Harvey Blunt, Confectioner and Caterer. 
No. 71o Treraont Street, between Rutland and 
Concord Squ.ires. That the Caterer is a neces- 
sity in every city is a fact that needs no demon- 
stration, for his usefulness has long since been 
proved, and there is not a supper or a ball given 
of any importance but what his services are 
called into requisition. That some should be 
more reliable than others is perfectly natural, 
and in accordance with observations made in 
every line of trade and as perfect reliability is 
one of the chief virtues in a caterer we take 
great pleasure in commending to the favorable 
notice of our readers the establishment conduct- 
ed by Mr. Harvey Blunt at 715 Tremont Street, 
between Rutland and Concord Squares, for this 
gentleman has so abundantly proved himself 
fitted to be assigned a leading position in his 
profession during the score of j'ears that he has 
been engaged in it that those securing his ser- 
vices have reason to congratulate themselves on 
the fact that success in Ids departments at least 
is assured, and that nothing will be left undone 
that his wide and varied experience can suggest. 
Mr. Blunt is a member of the Free Masons, Odd 
Fellows, Royal Arcanum and Knights of Honor. 
He Inaugurated his present enterprise in 1867. 
and has reached the prominent position now 
accorded him by dint of energy, ability and per- 
severance. The premises utilized comprise four 
floors and a basement of the dimensions of 20x90 
feet, and employment is afforded to 10 assistants. 
Having every facility at hand, Mr. Blunt is pre- 
pared to furnish silver ware, china, etc., for 
foimal or social occasions as well as supply col- 
lations of any desired cost, and he also provides 
for the presence of an adequate number of well- 
trained waiters, etc. He is an extensive dealer 
in the finest Confectionery, Ice Cream, etc., and 
makes Wedding Cake to order, either plain or 
elaborately and beautifully ornamented, at the 
lowest rates for the very best goods. One of the 
chief causes of Mr. Blunt's popularity as a 
furnishing caterer is found in the strictness with 
which he adheres to all agreements entered into, 
and this integrity alone should assure him the 
patronage of all who can appreciate business 
honor. 



Union Park Cijrar Store. S. Friedlander, 
Sole Manufacturer of the •' New England" ten 
cent cigar and Dealer in Tobacco, Pipes. Snutf, 
and Smokers' Articles, 1378 Washington Street, 
A business that has been conducted by its pres- 
ent proprietor for move than ten years and suc- 
cessfully given evidence of the intelligent 
management and honorable methods that have 
been manifested in it, is the record of the 
business carried on by Mr. S. Friedlander at 
1878 Washington Street Manufacturer of and 
wholesale and retail dealer in fine cigars, also 
a large and reliable stock of pipes, snnff and all 
articles used by smokers. Mr. Friedlander oc- 
cupies one floor '20xG0 feet in dimensions and 
keeps constantly employed nine competent 
men. Mr. Friedlander is a German by birth but 
is well known in Boston as a practical energet- 
ic and honorable man, and his long experience 
enables him to offer decided advantages to his 
customers. Cigars of fine flavor, both domestic 
and imported, may be had here, and in the way 
of Tobacco all the standard brands are repre- 
ented. 



Henry W. Tombs, Plumber, Sanitary 
Drainage and Ventilation, No. 717 Tremont 
Street; Residence over Store. The South End' 
and the Back Bay are very desirable places of 
residence in many respects, but, nevertheless, 
it is undeniable that those living within this 
territory should take special care to see that 
the drainage, etc., of their houses is in perfect 
condition, as owing to the uniformly level char- 
acter of the districts mentioned, and other facts 
unnecessary to mention hei-e in detail, defective 
drainage, dangerous anywnere and under all cir- 
cumstances, is doubly dangerous when occur- 
ring within the limits indicated. There need 
be no necessity for putting up with anything- 
wrong in the line of drainage and plumbing for 
a single day, as there is more than one compe- 
tent concern at the South End that makes a 
specialty of remedying such defects, and as de- 
sirable an establishment to patronize, when any 
work of this kind is to be done, as we know of 
in the entire city, is that carried on by Mr. Hen- 
ry W. Tombs at Xo. 717 Tremont Street. Busi- 
ness was begun by this gentleman in 1880, and 
the superior and thorough character of the work 
done, the faithfulness with which all agree- 
ments, contracts, etc., were carried out, and the 
equitable prices asked in every instance have 
combined to build up a large and still growing 
trade. ]Mr. Tombs was born in Boston, and is 
well known here, having spent twenty years in 
the plumbing business. He makes aspecialtyof 
Sanitary Drainage and Ventilation, and gives- 
particular attention to House Drainage and 
Water Service. Residing directly over his store, 
orders may be left outside of business hours, 
and as eight to ten competent assistants are 
employed, work can be '• rushed through " at 
very short notice when necessary. Gas-fitting 
is also done with neatness and despatch, and at 
low rates for reliable service. 



G. F. Davis, Grocer, Teas, Coffee, Spices, 
Flour, itc. Choice Butter a Specialty. 393 
Shnwmut .-Vve. The handling of Groceries is 
one of the most important branches of business 
carried on in any city. All corneis of the earth 
are brought under contribution to furnish their 
products, and the facilities for their distribu- 
tion to customers offered by the merchants en- 
gaged in the trade, are annually becoming more 
extensive. Among the old and well known 
houses engaged in this department of com- 
merce in Boston, is that of Mr. G. F. Davis, 
which was founded in 1872. The premises oc- 
cupied for the transaction of this retail business 
consist of a store and basement each 25x60 feet 
in dimensions located at 39-1 Shawmut Avenue 
which are fitted up with special reference to the 
requirements of the business. The stock of 
goods carried here is l;\rge, and well-selected, 
embracing everything in the Grocery line. Teas, 
Coft'ees, Spices. Flour, etc, choice Butter being 
made a specialty. Experienced assistants are 
employed and the entire management of the 
business is under the direct personal supervis- 
ion of the proprietor. Mr. Davis is a native of 
Massachusetts and a well known citizen of this 
community, having had a successful business 
career in Boston, for the past sixteen years. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



H. D. Smith, Hack, JJoaidinor and Livery 
Stable, Cor. Xorthampton & Wash'ii Streets. 




Boston is attracting more and more attention 
every year as a desirable city in which to live, 
and not the least among its many attractions to 
the plea~iire-seeker is tliat afforded by the 
many excellent Livery Stables to be found with- 
in its limits. Of course there are some estab- 
lishments of this kind, even in Boston, that are 
by no means "excellent." but still there are 
enough good ones if you know where to find 
them and one of the best of these is that of 
which Mr. H. D. Smith is the proprietor, located 
at the corner of Xorthampton and Washington 
Streets. If this gentleman don't thoroughly 
understand how to carry on an establishment 
of this kind, it is certainly not from lack of ex- 
perience for he began operations in 18.51 and 
has been in present place twelve years, he has 
thus served the public for over a quarter of a 
•century. There are occupied three floors, meas- 
uring 60x12-5 feet and affording accommoda- 
tion for fifty Stalls and seventy-five Carriages, 
employment being given to six competent assist- 
ants. Hacks will be furnisliod for any occa- 
sion such as Weddings, Funerals, Balls etc., at 
very reasonable prices and patrons are assured 
of being supplied with an easy-riding vehicle, 
in thorough order and neat and stylish in ap- 
pearance. The drivers are men thoroughly ac- 
quainted with the city and its environs and will 
be found careful, accommodating and courteous 
under all circumstances, as Mr. Smith insists 
on his patrons being treated with uniform re- 
spect and will retain no man in his employ who 
is remiss in this particular. Light carriages and 
good horses may be hired at bottom rates and 
the luxury of a drive over Boston's good roads 
enjoyed under the most favorable conditions. 
Large barges and sleighs and careful driveis 
are furnished to i^arties for all occasions at very 
reasonable rates. 



James O. Gray, Brewers' Agent and Bot- 
tler of Niagara Falls Lager Beer, (iray's Cincin- 
nati Lager Beer, Greenway's India Pale Ale and 
Sparkling Spray Lager, ?,'.)2 Tremont Street. It 
is not our purpose, and indeed it is not within 
the province of this book, to enter into an elab- 
orate argument to prove the harmlessness and 
even the positive value of a pure lager beer or 
■ale, and in fact we do not consider such argu- 
ment necessary at this late day, for it has been 
repeatedly announced by leading physicians 
that pure malt stimulants of the kind mentioned 
are efficacious, not only in stimulating tlie weak 
and nervous, but in so building up the constitu- 
tion as to enable it to defy all ordinaiy diseases 
■when reasonable care is exercised. This state- 
ment, we say, has been frequently made in one i 



form or another, and this being the case, the 
only remaining question is, '* Where can such 
a pure malt stimulant be found?" A call on 
Mr. James O. Gray at Xo. 402 Tremont Street, 
and a trial of what he has to offer will answer 
this question better than we can do it. Mr. 
Gray is the selling agent for the Xingara Falls 
Brewing Company's Lager Bee), which he can 
supply by the barrel or case, and is also agent 
for Gieenvvay's India Pale Ale, besides handling 
Gray's celebrated Cincinnati Lager Beer. It 
will be seen that he deals in two kinds of Lager 
Beer, and for the benefit of those who are unac- 
quainted with the peculiar characteristics of 
each, we would say, that while both are per- 
fectly pure articles, made of the best materials 
and very carefully compounded, there is a de- 
cided difference in their flavor, due to certain 
peculiarities of manufacture which we have not 
space to mention here in detail. Some will pre- 
fer one and some the other, but no matter 
which, is used, the consumer may feel assured 
that he is being supplied with an article that, 
in its special line, has no superior in the market. 
Greenway's India Pale Ale has been before the 
public for some years now, and may safelj' de- 
pend on its reputation for its continued popu- 
larity. It has been analyzed by some of the 
most eminent chemists in t'ae country, and 
their reports agree with those given by the 
senses when the ale is drank — "absolute pur- 
ity, sparkling life, delicious flavor." Mr. Gray 
supplies families with the goods he handles at 
very reasonable rates, and gives all orders 
prompt attention. He does both a wholesale 
and a retail business, and employs fifteen as- 
sistants. 



W. J. McPbersou, Decorative Stained 
Glass, etc., 440 Tremont St. The merited repu- 
tation of Boston as a literary and artistic centre 
is too widespread to require comment here, but 
many of our readers may not be aware to what 
an extent, in the field of decorative art, she has 
moulded opinion, cultivated taste and inspired 
feelings of refinement throughout the country, 
by the works which have been produced in her 
midst. It is the superior excellence and high 
artistic quality of her work which has gained 
for her the reputation she enjoy.-^, and won for 
her the leading position she occupies to day 
among other cities. Of late years the develop- 
ment of decoration has been very rapid, owing 
to the great increase of wealth in the commun- 
ity, and the attendant desire for better things 
than heretofore existed, and the growth and 
pro<jress have been such as to seem to leave no 
limit to the extent to which decor.ative features 
might be carried in point of richness and ele- 
gance. To the interior treatment and furnish- 
ing of residences more attention is paid to day 
than was ever before dreamed of. and the min- 
utest details areotten carefully studied in order 
to combine utility with artistic effect. The 
most prominent house in Boston in the field of 
decoration, and one whose reputation is well 
known throughout the country, is that of W. 
J. ^fcPherson. 440 Tremont street, which has 
occupied the leading position ever since its 
establishment in 184."). In a building, the very 
<iuaintncss of which would attract observation, 
are installed two large but quite distinct Indus- 



LEADiyC BUSINESS MEN. 



tries, one pertaining to decoration and painting 
in all its branches, the other to the manufac- 
ture of stained glass windows. Tlie Art Rooms 
on the first fioor are most attractive, and would 
well repay a visit, for here are exhibited choice 
bits of decoration, beautiful samples of artistic \ 
glass, cartoons of notable productions, and oh- 
jets d'art for the embellishment of interiors. 
A coips of talented artists and skilled workmen 
is constantly employed to meet the different 
requirements of tlie work, whether of a domes- 
tic or ecclesia.sticnl character. Careful attention 
is paid to work of the simplest kind, that it may 
be harmonious in coloring thouixh no elabora- 
tion is attempted, and everything is done in the 
most thorough manner. For decorations of an 
elaborate nature, whether for residences or 
churches, original compositions are made and ' 
executed in the highest style of the art, and i 
for carrying out v\-orks of magnitude, Mr. 
McPherson's facilities are unequalled, the num- 
erous buildings thiougiiout the country, of a 
public or quasi-public character, being conspic- 
uous examples of the taste and skill displayed 
with great success in the treatment of large 
surfaces. In the .Stained Glass department are | 
produced decorative windows of all qualities, t 
from those of the simplest design and low cost, 
to the most elaborate ornament or expensive 
figure work. Memorial windows are made a 
specialty and executed in the most artistic 
manner, appropriateness of selection in the 
matter of subjects being carefully observed, and | 
the treatm.ent of the fiLiures portrayed based on ) 
a thorough knowledge of church requirements. 
Staircase windows are mnde prominent and 
attractive features in the decoration of private 
residences, and heraldic windows are executed j 
with every regard for accuracy of detail and 
correct coloring. Mr. McPher.>on is always 
pleased, upon application, to ])repare and sub- i 
mit designs for work of all kinds, in connection 
with decoration and glas.s, and furnish esti- 
mates as to cost, and communication with him 
cannot fail to be of advantage to one who 
desires to obtain work unique in character and 
possessing beauty of form, harmonj' of color 
and artistic worth. 



F. P. Haskard. Dealer in Fish and Oysters, 
711 Tiemont Street. The philosophical Mr. 
Weller's exclamation — " Weal Pie is werrj^ 
good, prowided you know the lady wot makes 
it" might be with equal truth applied to fish 
with some slight alteration, for " Fresh Fish are 
werry good, prowided j'ou know that they came 
from the right place." Being a sea-coast city, 
it is of course natural that Boston should con- 
sume an enormous quantity of food, in the way 
of Fish, Meat, Vegetables, Fruit — these depend 
for their goodness upon their freshness, to a 
greater or less degree, but none of them one 
half so much so, as does fish. The difference 
between fish freshly caught, and fish that is 
just inside the line of badness is so great, as 
regards both palatableness and healthfulness, 
that the importance of having it delivered as 
quickly as possible to the consumer, can hardly 
be overestimated, and it is therefore with 
pleasure, that we recommend the establishment 
conducted by F. P. Haskard. successor to Chas. 
H. McGowan, at No. 711 Tremont Street, for 
this gentleman deals in Fish and Oysters very 
largely, and makes a specialty of supplying 
these toothsome articles fresh from either the 
salt or the fresh water, as the case may be. 
Game, Fish and Fancy Oysters are given par- 
ticular attention, and are handled by Mr. Has- 
kard at the lowest market rates, and carried 
in seasonable variety. The premises in use, 
measure 20 x 40 feet, and comprise one floor. 
Employment is given to two competent assis- 
tants, and every effort is made to make each 
customer a permanent one. Mr. Haskard was 
born in X. J., and began operations iu 1888, and 
abundantly deserves his success. 



M. E. O.ssTOOcI, Books, Stationery, Periodi- 
cals and dealer in Small Waies, No. 470 Shaw- 
mut avenue, Bdstou. This popular Station- 
er and Xews Dealer, although established as 
recently as ISSO, has attained a position to 
be envied by many engaged in the same line. 
A store covering an area of is x 35 feet is occu- 
pied, located at No. 470 Shawmut avenue, which 
contains a fine assortment of goods usually 
handled in this line of trade, including Station- 
ery of all kinds, Small Wares and a general 
News -Stand, where may be found all the daily 
papers, also periodicals, magazines, etc. The 
retail trade extends throughout this vicinity, 
and is rapidly increasing. The proprietor ex- 
hibits taste iu the arrangement of his stock, 
and the store is attractive iu all its appoint- 
ments. Every customer is treated in a i)olite 
and attentive manner, and the proprietor studies 
to meet the wants of the public in every respect. 
and is eminently fair in all dealings and well ] 
qualified to push his business to still greater 
usefulness and importance. I 



Richard Addison, Provisions and Fruits, 
No. 212 Shawmut Avenue, corner Dover Street. 
A gentleman who has carried on his present 
business for very nearly a score of years and 
who has added to his reputation for enterprise 
and fair dealing with every year that he has 
served the public, certainly deserves prominent 
mention in these columns and we therefore take 
pleasure iu alluding to the enterprise conduct- 
ed by Mr. Richard Addison at No. 212 Shawmut 
Aveiiue, for it is he who has made the honorable 
record before spoken of. He was born in this 
city and opened his present store iu 1809, and is 
a member of the Odd Fellows, and also of the 
Knights of Honor. The premises utilized 
measure 20 x 20 feet and comprise one floor and a 
basement, employment being afforded to four 
efiicient assistants. The stock of Provisions 
carried by Mr. Addison is complete in every 
detail and includes meats of various kinds, such 
as Beef, Pork. Lamb, Mutton, Veal, etc., together 
with Hams, Shoulders, Smoked Beef and other 
preserved meats. Vegetables of all descriptions 
are also on hand in their seasons, and a specialty 
is made "f the handling of Foreign and Domestic 
fruit, this being received direct from the pro- 
ducers and placed on sale fresh and tempting at 
the lowest market rates. Mr. Addison's prices 
in every department are as low as the lowest 
((luality considered) and orders are promptly 
and accurately filled. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Creamery & Bakery, Butter, Cheese. 
Erks. Cream. Milk it Buttermilk. Bread, Cake, 
Pies itc. Fresh Daily. .J. B. Whitney Jr. 424 A 
770 Tremont Street and 744 Harrison Avenue. 
In each dili'erent kind of business there will be 
found firms whose j^oods have a very hi<,Mi repu- 
tation, which fact is no doubt due to the hi^'h 
standing of the house and the very careful atten- 
tion that is paid to procurin<^ the best stock. 
These remarks are applicable to the house of .1. 
B. Whitney jr.. located at No. 424 Tremont street 
who estabiislied only since l'^S:> has already ac- 
quired a wide-spread reputation for the mnnu- 
facturing of fine Bread, Cake, Pies. etc.. which 
are made fresh daily. The premises occupied 
for the retail business purposes, consist of one 
floor and basement each 2-") by IS feet in dimen- 
sions. This store is veiy attractive in appearance 
and f^reat taste is displayeil in the arrangement 
of goods. In addition to the inauufncturiny 
and sale of Bread, Cake, Pies, etc., Mr. Whitney 
deals extensively in Butler, Cheese, Eiigs, 
Cream, Milk and Buttermilk, which are war- 
ranted pure and unadulterated. Tiiese articles 
are sold at his branch stores 770 Tremont Street 
and 744 Harrison Avenue. He has at 424 Tremont 
Street a large bakery where eight skilled hands 
are constantly employed and eveiything pur- 
chased at the Creaniery it Bakeries of Mr. 
Whitney will be found fresh and of first-class 
quality. Mr. Whitney is a native of Bostou and 
a prominent Odd Fellow. The community at 
large are so familiar with the superiority of 'the 
goods sold, as to require no further comment, at 
pur hands and the high standard t'l' the proprie- 
tor is such as to entitle him to the respect with 
whicii he is regarded. He makes :i, specialty of 
old fashioned Steamed Brown Br .^id Saturday 
evening and Sunday morning. saloons and 
Stores supplied. Home-Made I'.read, Cake and 
Pastry. Cooked Meats sold by the pound, com- 
prising Boiled Ham, Boiled Tongue, Koast Beef, 
Roast Pork, Chickens, Turkeys, itc, cooked to 
order. 



Clias. F. Tooth aker, Dealer in Meats, 
Vegetables and Fruit, Butter, Eggs, Beans, Lard, 
Hams, etc.. No. 082 Sliawmut .\ venue. Opposite 
Sawyer .Street. The commercial advantages of 
Boston have brought men of enterprise and 
capital to establish themselves in our midst. 
and nearly every branch of industry is carried 
on here vigorously. Mr. Chas. F. Tt)othaker is 
among the leading dealers in Choic-j Meats and 
Provisions. This gentleman began business 
here in 18S7, and has conducted it upon such 
liberal and just principles that a large and in- 
creasing trade has grown up, and today he 
holds an enviable position in tlio .Meat and Pro- 
vision trade of tliis section of the city. He has 
ample accommodations, the premises occupied 
consisting of a store and basement, each IS x 40 
feet in dimensions, loc^ited at No. 032 Shaw- 
mut .'V venue, where will be found a choice 
selection of Meats of all kinds, Vegetables and 
Fruits in great variety in their seasons, also 
Butter, Eggs. Beans. Lard, Hams, etc. Mr. 
Tooth iker has secured the valuable services of 
Mr. Ciiarles .Jones, who was formerly with Mr. 
F. -1. Herthel jr.. as manager of his business, 
and we would advise all wiio desire to obtain 



first-class goods in the above named lines of 
food supplies, to give this establishment a call, 
as its proprietor and manager insure satisfac- 
tion to all patrons. 




Claremlon Hotel. Tremont Street. Near 
Berkeley, Boston, Mass., F. S. Risteen, Proprie- 
tor. For its size and population. Boston is 
probably as well supplied with h'ltels as any city 
in the United State.>. and not only is their quan- 
tity suthcient, but their quality is as a rule con- 
siderably above the aveiage. Some of these 
hotels are intended for the accommodation of 
families, as well as transient guests, and among 
such, a leading position is held by that known 
as the •• Clarendon," located at .j17 to 52'.' Tre- 
mont Street. It would bo difKcult to improve 
on the situation of this house, for the special 
service for which it was built, as it is at once 
central and (juiet. and combines healthful sur- 
roundings with nearness to the center of the 
city. The building, which has a front on Tre- 
mont .Street of 1 IS feet, contains five floors, and 
one hundred rooms are utilized altogether for 
transient and iiermanent iruests. emi)loyment 
being given to upwards of fifty assistants. That 
these latter are perfectly conversant with their 
duties and are under the management of an ex- 
l)erienced and able liead, is evident to any one 
noticing the inuisual smoothness and regularity 
with wliich the affairs of the liotel are con- 
ducted, and those enjoying the hospitality of 
the " Clareiuion " are very a|it to draw unfavor- 
able but unavoidable comparisons, when busi- 
ness or pleasure takes them elsewhere for a 
season. Tiie proprietor of this well-managed 
hostelry is F. S. llisteeu, who also runs a hotel 
at Hingham during the iieatcd term, which con- 
tains one hundred and lifty rooms. The " Clar- 
endon "' is sup])lied with a welletpiipped Bill- 
iard-hall, and all the modern conveniences are 
at the disposal of guests. Mr. Daniel W. Stevens, 
who h;)s so long been head clerk at this house, 
is still to be found here. 



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Battle of Bunker Hill Cyclorama 

Frank Prescott, General Managrer, Tremont 
Street. The noany people from the West, and 
elsewhere, who visit Boston on account of its 
being located on historic ground, and who 
recall to mind the thrilling scenes previous to 
and during the progress of the Revolution, as 
they call at the "Old State House" and look 
down upon the spot where the •■ Boston Massa- 
cre " occurred, will now have an additional in- 
centive to make a patriotic pilgrimage to the 
Hub; for the recently completed Cyclorama of 
the Battle of Bunker Hill is not only worthy, 
considered merely as a work of art, of traveling 
many miles to see, but every means have been 
taken advantage of by Monsieur L. Kowalsky 
and the artists associated with him in this 
grand work to secure historical correctness in 
every detail represented on the twenty thousand 
square feet of canvas, and so successful have 
these efforts been that it may be accepted as a 
positive fact that the spectators see the country 
around Boston just as it actually was on the 
morning of the eventful Seventeenth of June, 
1775. So conservative a newspaper as the Bos- 
ton Daily Advertiser has remarked that this 
Cyclorama should be continuously maintained 
here as an object-lesson in history more valuable 
than pages of wordy description. Entering the 
imposing brick building with its picturesque, 
rough-stone front, the spectator passes through 
corridors hung with spirited paintings of Revo- 
lutionary events and comes out on the summit 
of " Breed's Hill," as it was called previous to 
the battle, but since known as "Bunker Hill" 
the world over. Round about is the redoubt 
erected by the patriots, and within the enclos- 
ure formed by it are to be seen the men who 
had resolved to risk all. rather than endure 
the galling yoke of British tyranny. Every face 
is a study; every form has meaning in each 
curve and posture. Here we see a British officer 
about to plunge his sword into the breast of 
his disabled adversary; there stands a defender 
of the redoubt discharging a huge iiistul in the 
very face of a red-coated soldier who is just 
thrusting his bayonet into the body of an un- 
armed American; a deadly hand-to-hand com- 
bat of intense fierceness is raging in one corner 
of the works, and men grasp each other by the 
throat, struggling upon the ground, and fight 
on, unconscious and unmindful of the pelting 
lead that fills the air above their heads. The 



smoke of burning Charlestown hangs like a 
pall to seaward, and sharply relieved against 
the lurid glare of the llames, stands the steeple 
of the church which established the first Sun- 
day-school in jSTew England. The British men- 
of-war drop slowly down the stre.am, keeping 
a constant fire on the doomed town from which 
the inhabitants are fleeing as best they can ; and 
from some of the houses as yet spared by the 
flames, sharpshooters are pouring a scathing 
fire into the rear of the British lines. But it is 
impossible to convey an adequate idea of the 
scenes presented, and the most we can hope to 
do, is to so stimulate the interest of our readers 
as to cause them to visit the Cyclorama theni- 
selves. No one with a spark of patriotic spirit 
can view the scene unmoved, and those who 
wish their children to feel a live interest in 
American history, will find that a few visits to 
this stirring representation will do more toward 
accomplishing that end than the perusal of 
volumes of description, however ably written. 
This Cyclorama was opened to the public in 
February. 188S, and tliousands of people have 
already given it their cordial endorsement. In 
connection with the Battle of Bunker Hill is 
exhibited the Diorama of the "Boston Tea 
Party." This scene is presented in a subdued 
light, and after leaving the more brilliantly 
illuminated Cyclorama, one must wait some 
little time before his eves will reveal to him the 
details of the " Tea Party." But the wait is 
well repaid. There, alongside the wharf is the 
ship containing the obnoxious tea, and on its 
deck is a swarm of fantastic figures in nonde- 
script Indian costume. A number of spectators 
are to be seen in the vicinity, and the illusive 
moonlight reveals the dark waters of the harbor, 
covered with the chests from the ship's hold. 
The effect is wonderfully well managed, and 
there is a fascination about the scene that 
makes one hate to leave it in order to examine 
the curious collection of arms and prints of the 
Revolutionarv period with which an adjoining 
apartment is filled. The Battle of Bunker Hill 
may be seen to equal advantage night or day, 
for the building is illuminated by electricity, 
and every feature is distinctly brought out. 
The General Manager, Mr. Frank Prescott, 
spares no pains to make a visit to the Cyclorama 
pleasant and profitable, and ladies without es- 
cort may feel assured that no annoyance will 
attend a call at this popular resort. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Nicholas 31. Williains, Catholic Book- 
seller and Staiioucr; also Undertakinjj and 
Caskets; loSG Washin<i;ton Street, near the 
Cathedral. Tiie gentleman whose card iieads 
this article is well known as one of the largest 
dealers in Catliolic Books in the State, and his 
establishment is a favorite resort witli those 
seeking works explanatory of, or otherwise 
devoted to the propagation of the doctrines 
of the Catholic religion. The enterprise was 
inaugurated in ISlJS, and has met with pro- 
nounced success, a success whicli we may take 
this opportunity to say is well deserved, for 
Mr. Williams has spared no pains to sati.sfy his 
customers to the utmost of his ability, antl has 
made it a point to see that all callers at his 
store should receive prompt and uniforndy 
courteous attention. A lino assortment of Sta- 
tionery is also shown, in addition to the books 
mentioned, and it is sufficiently varied to allow 
of all tastes being suited. Mr. Williams is a 
prominent member of the Foresters, being also 
widely known in connection with his position 
as sexton of the Cathedral. An impoitaiit de- 
partment of his business is that devoted to 
Funeral Undertaking, this branch being added 
in ISSl. Caskets, Coflins. and everything called 
for in the performance of the rites of burial 
are supplied by Mr. Williams, and he strives to 
make his charges as low as possible. His pro- 
longed and varied experience and the extent of 
his business, enable Jiim to furnish everything 
in the Undertaking line at very reasonable i-ates 
indeed, and one advantage gained by dealing 
with him is the certainty that everything com- 
ing from his establishment will prove precisely 
as represented. 




Miller & -Fiske, Manufacturers of Harnesses 
and Saddles, Collars, Halters, &c., also Dealers 
in Horse Clothing, Whips, Brushes, &c., 227 
Dorchester Avenue, South Boston, and 1274 
Washington Street, Boston. It is very poor 
policy to buy a valuable hoise and then allow 
him to work under the disadvantages unavoid- 
able when a poorly designed or bad fitting har- 
ness is used. In the lirst place the animal is apt 
to injure himself, and then again he cannot pull 
so hard or travel so fast under sucli circum- 
stances as he could under more favorable con- 
ditions. This is no mere theory of our own, but 
is asserted by the most ciMiuent veterinary sui- 
geons as well as conlirmed by practical experi- 
ence every day. A harness being of so much im- 
portance, it follows that too much care cannot 
be used in the selection of it, and in this con- 



nection we would direct the reader's attention 
to the stock of such goods shown by Messrs. 
Miller & Fiske at No. 1274 Washington Street, 
Boston, and also atXo. 227 Dorchester Avenue, 
South Boston. This firm manufacture the har- 
nesses they sell and hence are in a position to 
know just exactly what they are. .\ large busi- 
ness is done and the trade is steadily and rapid- 
ly increasing, for every article sold is guaranteed 
to i)!ove as represented, and no lower prices are 
to l)e got anywhere on equally good stock. The 
Washington Street store is 20x30 feet in size. 
Five assistants are employed and Harnesses, 
Collars. Halters, etc, offered in great variety, 
being made to order when desired. Horse 
Clothing, Whips, Brushes, etc., are also largely 
handled and second hand harnesses are bought 
and sold. Particular attention is given to re- 
pairing, the most difficult job being undertaken 
at short notice, and satisfaction is confidently 
promised, as every facility is at hand to turn out 
such work in a thoroughly first-class style. 
Neatness and durability are both looked out for, 
and no fancy i)rices are charged under any cir- 
cumstances. 



S. K. Wilson & Co., Fine Groceries, corner 
Washington and Worcester Sts. There has been 
a most remarkable and striking change in the 
methods of carrying on a first-class city grocery 
store, within the i^ast ten or fifteen years and 
the result is that a properly managed estab- 
lishment of this kind is now one of the most 
attractive places imaginable, especially to those 
who are fond of the " good tilings "' of life. Pay 
a visit for instance to the spacious premises oc- 
cupied by Messrs S. E. Wilson & Co., at the 
corner of Washington and Worcester Streets, 
and examine the heavy and varied stock con- 
stantly carried by this popular lirm. It is dis- 
played to most excellent advantage and con- 
tains an unusually large proportion of line im- 
ported articles, such as Crosse and Blackwell's 
Pickles, Jams, etc.. Pure Olive Oil, " P. and C." 
Sardines, choice Italian Maccaroni, Olives etc., 
together with a large and .skillfully selected line 
of Condiments and Table Kelishes such as have 
received the approval of the most competent 
connoisseurs. In the single item of Canned 
Goods, a large enough stock is carried to supply 
half a dozen ordinary grocery stores and this 
stock is made up, not of tlu' cheap and worth- 
less productions with which the market is 
flooded, but of the productions of the best 
Packers, whose goods form the accepted stand- 
ard of merit in articles of this description. 

j Fruits, Vegetables, Meats etc.. can thus be en- 
joyed at any season and under any circum- 
stances, and Picnic Parties, or Beach residents 
would do well to obtain their supplies at this 
store, for the goods are as reasonable in price 

1 as they are excellent in quality. But to go on 
and describe the stock in detail would exhaust 

' our available space many times over, so we will 
content ourselves with calling attention to the 

: exceptionally line Teas and CotHees oiTered by 

] Messrs. S. E. Wilson it Co., and trust that our 
readers will give the firm a call and thus learn 
for ihemselves the many advantages extended 

I to customers. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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CYCLORAMA OF THE BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG. 



BOSTON CYCLORAMA CO. 
A. T. DONNKLLE, Propiuetor, 



PROPRIETORS. 

541 TREMONT STREET. 



Cycloraina of the Battle of Gettys- 

bui'g', Boston Cycloraraa Co., Proprietois; 
A. J. Donnelle, Manaf^er; 541 Tiemonc Street. 
It is difficult at this late day day to write any- 
thing new concerning the magnificent Cyclo- 
rama of the Battle of Gettysburg, exhibited by 
the Boston Cyclorama Co. in the massive and 
costly brick building located at No. 541 Tremont 
Street, for the reason that, since this painting 
was submitted to the press and the public in 
December, 1SS4, the dictionary has fairly been 
exhausted, searching for laudatory adjectives to 
apply to it. We recall no instance in which the 
verdict of newspapers of all kinds, men of all 
professions, and, in short, everybody and every- 
thing interested, has been so clearly unanimous, 
and we can truthfully state that not a single 
person of the many individuals asked concern- 
ing this masterpiece of the great French artist, 
has failed to declare that not only was it "worth 
the price of admission," bnt that after spending 
hours in studying it, one can return again and 
again with renewed pleasure and profit. To 
one visiting the Cyclorama for the first time, 
the eflfect, especially if it be during business 
hours, when the rush and roar of a great city 
fill the streets, is quite indescribable. You 
step, from Tremont Street, throiigli a vvinding 
passage and up a few stairs, emerge on what is 
apparantly a rounded eminence, and with the 
swiftness of thought are transported to the 
beautiful field of Gettysburg and back through 
a quarter of a century of American history to 
the morning of July od, 18(;:5. You look about 
you, and you see — what? You behold a scene 
that cannot be taken in, in every detail, for 
hours. It is quite beyond description on paper; 
but imagine two bodies of men, numbering 
thousands on thousands facing each other after 
being excited nearly to madness by two days' 



bloody fighting. Imagine that, shortly before 
your arrival, a tremendous artillery duel had 
been in progress, continuing for hours, filling 
the air with ponderous missiles whose destruct- 
ive effects are to be seen close at hand in the 
shattered remnants of Battery B, that was posted 
on the very spot where you stand, and imagine 
that the slacking of tiie Union fire was the sig- 
nal for the desperate charge now being made by 
Pickett's Division from the friendly shelter of 
the woods, across the fields, on the key of the 
position held by the Northern forces. All is 
vigor, stir, and turmoil ! Batteries dash hither 
and thither, staff officers ride at full gallop in 
every direction — not a figure on the mighty can- 
vas but what is replete with life or else yet 
more effective in death; and no orator in the 
world could so impress the iieojile with a due 
sense of what war really is, as a silent inspec- 
tion of this painted surface can do. The fore- 
ground is taken up with real objects — cannon, 
sheds, guns, swords, grass, etc., but where what 
may be called " nature " ends and art begins, is 
by no means evident. Regretfully leaving the 
Cyclorama. a visit is paid to the Diorama, "The 
Uprising of the North;" and here, too, one may 
tarry long and thoughtfully. As a typical rep- 
resentation of what influences nerved the arms 
of those who fought, that " this nation might 
not perish from the earth," the Diorama is as 
great in its way as is the more extensive paint- 
ing, and no believer in a republican form of 
government can study it without renewed hope 
and more steadfast courage. The Boston Cyclo- 
rama Co. was incorporated April 1st, 1SS5, with 
a capital of .$300,0U0. The president is G. \V. 
\V. Dove; treasurer and manager, A. J. Don- 
nelle; directors, G. W. W. Dove, Paul West, 
Jos. VV. Smith, E. Herbert Ingalls, Dr. C. M, 
Newell, Chas. F. Perry, and A. J. Donnelle. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



W. C. Taunatt, Dealer in Hat--^. Caps. 
Trunks and Gent's Furnisbinji Goods, 1849 
Washington Street. Also dealer in JJnj Goods at 
No. 184:3 Washington Street. This mention of 
the more prominent business men of this city 
would be decidedly incomplete unless it includ- 
ed the name of Mr. W. C. Tannatt, for this gen- 
tleman conducts two ditTerent estal)lishments 
and gives close personal attention to both of 
them. The public have long since discovered 
that they are good places to visit, both as re- 
gards the purchase of leliable goods and the ob- 
taining of the lowest maiket rates and on this 
account a very largo and growing patronage is 
enjoyed by both of the stores mentioned. They 
are numbered 1S4:; and 1S49 Washington Street, 
respectively and at the lirst- named address is 
carried a fine assortment of Dry and Fancy 
Goods, embracing the latest novelties in these 
lines as well as a complete stock of staple prod- 
ucts such as blankets, sheeting, etc. Mr. Tan- 
natt is a native of Spiingfield. Mass., and begun 
operations in 1880. The store is 40x100 feet in 
size and employment is given to four compe- 
tent assistants. South End ladies will find it ! 
to their advantage to give Mr. Tannatt a call 
rather than to go in town to make their pur- 
chases, for aside from th(! time and trouble ex 
peuded in trading at the large down-town j 
houses, their goods are by no means so uni- 
formly reliable as those supplied by Mr. Tan- 
natt while in case any exchant»e should be 
desired, it is much easier to make it at his 
store, than to spend the better part of a day, go- 
ing through the red tape necessary in making 
exchanges at the larger establishments. A 
Laundry Agency is held by Mr. Tannatt and 
work will be done at bottom prices and in first- 
class style. At Xo. 184'J Washington Street, a 
store measuring 20x50 feet is utilized and em- 
ployment afforded to two efficient clerks. Hats 
Caps, Trunks and Gent's Furnishing Goods 
in gener.al are displayed here in all the latest 
styles and young men will find the nobbiest 
patterns in hats, neck trimmings etc., ottered at 
very reasonable figures. Hats of all kinds are 
carried in stock and whether it be in warm 
weather when straw goods are found most com- 
fortable or during a '" blizzard " when fur hats 
are at a premium, Mr. Tannatt will be found 
equal to the emergency and able to furnish rea- 
sonable head gear at bottom rates. 



Sweet Cream, Butter, Milk and Skimmed Milk, 
aliio Fancy Groceries of every.description, which 
are sold at the lowest prices. The celebrated 
Oriental Condensed Coftee is kept on hand and 
served by the cup. The business conducted by 
Mr. Smith is exclusively retail, and of such mag- 
nitude as to require two stores, one located at 
the corner of Shawmut Avenue and Windsor 
Street, which comprises one floor and a base- 
ment 20 X O") feet in dimensions, and the other 
at 46 .Staniford Street, consisting of a store and 
basement 20 x 50 feet. The services of five ex- 
perienced assistants are required in the several 
departments, and the entire business is under 
tlie direct i)ersonal supervision of the proprietor. 
Mr. Smith is a Maine man by birth, a gentleman 
of experience and practical knowledge of his 
business, and is well known and esteemed in 
this community. 



S. C. Smith, Creamery and Grocery, Cor- 
ner .Shawmut Avenue and Windsor Street; also 
46 Staniford Street. The Groceiy and Creamery 
business, above almost all others, increases in 
importance as the country grows older and 
more thickly settled, but the degree of per- 
fection which it attains is due to the energy of 
individuals who have been for years connected 
with the business, and who have developed a 
fitness and capacity for it gained from long ex- 
perience. Such a one is that conducted by Mr. 
S. C. Smith at No. G77 Shawmut Avenue. This 
branch house was established in 1887, and since 
its inception it has been an active, enterj)rising 
concern, and an honorable competitor for le- 
gitimate business. Here will be found con- 
stantly, all the products of a dairy farm, such 
as Fine Creamery Butter, made fresh every day, 



Mrs. E. M. Mulliken, Dry Goods, Small 
Wares, Choice Cigars, Confectionery, Periodicals 
etc., Agents for Troy Laundry, 73 West Brook- 
line Street, corner Shawmut Avenue. Nothing 
so much conduces to the advancement and pros- 
perity of a locality as the formation of attrac- 
tive places of business, and among others we 
wish to call the attention of our readers to the 
house of Mrs. E. M. Mulliken, dealer in Dry 
Goods. Small Wares, Choice Cigars, Confection- 
ery, Toys, Periodicals, etc. This establishment 
was started 14 years ago, but the present pro- 
I^rietor assumed control in 1887. The premises 
utilized for the transaction of this retail trade are 
located at 73 West Brookline St., corner of Shaw- 
mut Ave. In addition to the retail trade in the 
above named articles Mrs. Mulliken is agent for 
the Troy liaundry and everything in this line of 
business is satisfactorily conducted. Mrs. 
Mulliken is a native of Cape Cod, and we may 
say to our readers interested, that it will be to 
their interest to visit her store and inspect her 
stock before purchasing elsewhere. 

P. T. Conlan, Architectur.-il Wood Carver, 
o Uristol Street, cor. Harrison Ave., Estimates 
on Plans, etc. The work of the wood-carver is 
fairly entitled to rank among the fine-arts, for 
it re(iuires talents of no common order to attain 
distinction in this field of effort, and there is 
ever an active demand for the productions of 
those who are true artists in this line. The 
term " wood-carving."' is a very indefinite one 
and its scope is so great that it includes all 
working in wood, from the carving of an orna- 
mental piece of furniture to the production of a 
.symbolic figure of heroic proportions. We 
have more than one wood carver, of repu- 
utation in this city, but prominent among them 
is Mr. P. T. Conlan of No. 3 Bristol Street, for 
although this gentleman has only been before 
the public since 1877, he has clearly proved his 
right to be granted a position among the lead- 
ers in his art. The premises occupieci, are of 
the dimensions of 20x30 feet and the facilities 
at hand are such that all commissions can be 
promptly and satisfactorily executed, employ- 
ment being given to from twelve to twenty 
skilled assistants. Mr. Conlan is a native of 
Boston and has a largo circle of friends in this 
city and vicinity. 



LEADING BUSINESS 3IEN. 



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Horace Draper's Livery, Boanliag- 
and KiHiug' Academy, ui West Dedham 
Street, lioston. It is now just a score of years 
since tlie establisliment known as " Draper vt 



tain accommodations for 
over^tbree hundred horses, 
the stalls being of extra 
width, on the second floor 
of the buildinti, which is 
lisht, airy and perfectly 
ventilated. Stylish Teams 
of every description will 
be rented by the day, 
week, month or season at 
moderate rates, and in re- 
sponse to order by Tele- 
l)hone or otherwise, will 
be sent whenever desired. 
Employment is affoided 
to twenty-five assistants, 
and no pains are spared 
to give patrons the per- 
fect satisfaction they have 
been taught by experience 
to expect from this popu- 
Inr house. We have thus 
far referred to the concern 
;is "Draper & Hall," but 
in point of fact, this is in- 
correct, as Mr. Horace 
Draper is now sole pro- 
prietor and has been for about a year. He is a 
native of Dedham, but resides in this city where 
he is very extensively known. Since assuming 
sole charge of the enterprise, he has endeav- 
ored to even imi)rove on its former high record. 



Hall's"' was founded, and it is safe to say that 

there are very few people in the city who have I and is by no means content to prosper under a 

not heard of'this enterprise in o.ic way or an- j reputitiou gained in the past, but consiantly 



other. No one at all inteiesied in liding or 
driving can have remained in ignorance of it. 
for it is without a doubt the foremost establish- 
ment of the kind in Boston, and h:is done more 
to render accessible the healthful delights of 



strives to gain fresh laurels for the future. 



Henry Scales, Upholsterer, 47 West Can- 



"tbe road" to the best class of ])eople th;iu any ! ton Street. An establishment which richly de- 
similar enterprise with which we ;n e ncquainted. [serves a prominent mention in this volume, by 



The jiresent popularity of liorseback riding in 
this city ami vicinity is due, in ni> small degree, 
to tlie example and enthusiasm of those who 
have mastered tlie ait in the finely equipped 
riding >chool connected with these siables; and 



reason of the enterprise exhibited in every de- 
jjartment and tlie honorable, yet pushing busi- 
ness methods, employed, is that conducted by 
Mr. Henry Scales Upholsterer and Furniture 
repairer, at No. 47 West Canton Street. This 



in this connection We would say. that those who enterprise was inaugurated in ]S60, and has 
wish to acquire an accomplishment no less ! since been oushed with an ability and vigor 
healthful than fashionable, and as enjoyable as i that deni;iiided and has achieved success. Mr. 
it is healthful, should tnost certainly avail them- Scales is a native of England and has many 
selves oftheadvantatres here presented, as carehil ' fnends in this ciiy. being a number of the 



and experienced instiuutors, a spacious tiack 'M 
feet siiuare. and specially trained liorses, all com- 
bine to make learning a pleasure, and not a task. 
The management of this school i-; most admira- 
ble, and every care is taken to exclude people in 
any way objectionable, references being required 
from strangers, and every needful precaution 



Knights of Honor and a popular business man. 
The premises u tilized lor business purposes 
comprise three floors each covering an area of 
2()x(J0 fee^t. and th ere is carried therein a stock 
of goods that it would be hard to duplicate both 
as regards variety and general desirability in 
this section, .'^niong the aiticles it comprises 



taken. Special hours are assigned for tuition '"^.y be mentioned Hair, Husk, and Excelsior 
to the different sexes, ladies being taught from Mattresses. Windo w Shades, Wire Screens. Ital- 
9 to 12 A M. and 2 to 4 P.M., and gentlemen from ! i^" Awnings. Bia ss. Nickel, Ebony, Walnut, 
7 to 1) A.M. and 4 to G P.M.. and no gentleman are ^sli a"d Mahogan y Poles and rings for Dra- 
admitted during the liours appropriated for la- j Pt^i'.v. Spring and o ther curtain fixtures. Tassels, 
dies. Exercise rides for ladies and gentlemen \ Cords, etc.. Shades and Laces cleansed and made 
ai-e taken betweeir 12 and 2 p.m. arid 7 arrd 9 to hang and run a s good as new. Also furni- 
P.M., and music is furnished Tuesday and Sat- ture repaired and re-upholstered and Carpets 



urday eveninu's from S to 10 o'clock. The terms 
for tuition are very reasonable, and road lessons 



taken up cleaned and relaid, new carpets cut, 
made and put down. Experienced assistants 



are given if desired. Horses will be boarded j ^'"^ employed and orders received by mail or 
for six dollars per week, the use of the school otherwi.se are prom ptly attended to. We would 
being included, and will be car-efully traiired to I recommend the res idenis in this section of Bos- 
saddle for ladies' or gentlemen's use, thoroughly i ton, to give this est abli.>-hnient a trial when auy- 
aud expeditiously. The Boarding Stables con- 1 thing is needed by t hem. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Geo. A. Berry, Dealer iu Provisions of all 
kinds. Fruits and Game in their season. 274 
Sliawnuit Avenue, between Hanson and Milford 
Streets. History has shown (and common sense 
supports the showinfi), that the welfare and tlie 
character of a people are larjjely dependent 
upon the food they eat, and thiit altlnuii^h glut- 
tony is of course to be avoided, tlie nation 
that consumes the most hearty and nutritious 
food, will prove stronj^ei-, both mentally :ind 
physically, tlian the people who from necessity 
or choice are more stinted in their diet, borne 
ingenious gentlemen argued that man should 
not eat meat, and " point with pride " to certain 
individuals who by careful observation of the 
laws of health, and a strong constitution, have 
attained an advanced age on a strictly vegetable 
diet. But for every one such person, there are 
liundreds who have reached as great an age 
and eaten meat whenever they were so disposed, 
so that it is difficult to see what is proved by 
the "shining example" mentioned. Be sure 
that the quality of your meats and other pro- 
visions is good, that they are cooked properly 
and are appetizing to the taste, and, other 
things being equally favorable, your health will 
take care of itself in a most satisfactory fashion. 
Of course to be sure of obtaining reliable goods 
you must deal with a reliable house, but such 
houses can be found without a very prolonged 
search, and prominent among them, is the es- 
tablishment conducted by Mr. Geo. A. Berry, 
at No. 274 Shawmut Avenue, between Hanson 
and Milford Streets. Tliis gentleman carries a 
fine stock of Provisions of every description, 
including Poultry and Game in their seasons, 
and caters to the most fastidious trade by 
handling none but standard articles, and fully 
guaranteeing everything sold to prove as repre- 
sented. Modei-ate prices are quoted in every 
department, and orders are tilled without delay 
in a careful and painstaking manner. 



I H. S, Litchfield, Dealer in Fresh. Smoked 
' and Pickled Fish, Lobsters, Oysters. Clams, &c. 
Pure Cod-fjiver Oil. removed to 27-1 Sliawmut 
Avenue, between Hanson and Milford Stieels. 
All orders promptly attended to. The advau- 
t;iges of living in a great city like Boston, are 
even moie pronounced in some respects than 
would be supposed possible at first thought, and 
in this connection, mention should be made of 
the comparative ease with which the city pur- 
chaser cm obtain certain articles of food in 
fresh and first-class condition. Experience has 
slK)wn that going into the country in summer 
with the idea of getting fresh vegetables, etc. is 
a very mistaken thing to do in most cases, for 
the finest vegetables and other country produce 
are shipped to the highest market — or in other 
words — to Boston. The same tiring is true 
regarding fish, and it is a standing joke among 
those who ■' know ihe ropes," at some of the 
suburb in beaches, to see ho^v new-comers 
enjoy the fish they are served with there '• right 
from the sea, you know," the fact being that 
they are supplied with fish, as with groceries 
and meats, direct from the Boston Markets. 
Freshness is certainly of the first importance 
where fish are concerned, and it is easy to 
obtain perfectly fresh fish by patronizing stuch 
an establishment as that carried on by Mr. H. 
S. Litchfield at So. 274 Shawmut Avenue 
between Hanson and Milford Streets. Mr, 
Litchfield has made arrangements that enable 
him to carry a fine assortment of all kinds of 
Fish, freshly caught and in first-class condition, 
I and despite the unilorra excellence of his 
I goods, his prices are as low as the lowest at all 
I times. Smoked and Pickled Fish are also ex- 
tensively dealt in, together with Lobsters, 
Oysters, Clams etc, and particular attention is 
called to the strictly pure Cod Liver Oil obtain- 
1 able at this establishment. Orders are given 
j prompt attention, and polite treatmnt is as- 
sured to every caller. 



C. H. Stone & Co., Dealer iu Family Gro- 
ceries, Fine Teas, etc., .594 Shawmut Avenue.; 
Corner Lenox .Street. As a source of food 
supplies of all kinds, the city of Boston will be 
seen through these pages to possess advantages 
equal, if not superior, to many other large cit- 
ies in the United .State.s. Among the numerous 
bouses engaged in this line, we note that of C. 
H. Stone & Co., which is located at ."j91 Shaw- 
mut Avenue, corner of Lenox Street, and which 
was established in 18S7 by the present enterpris- 
ing manager, and has become well and favora- 1 
bly known throughout this section of the city j 
for the fine quality of its goods, as well as the 
reasonable prices maintained. The store, which 
is 25 by 60 feet in dimensions, is admirably ar- 
ranged for the display of goods dealt in, being 
finely and fully stocked with a carefully selected 
line of Choice Family Groceries, Teas, Coffees, 
etc. Three efficient assistants are employed to 
wait upon customers, and all orders are care- 
fully and promptly filled. Mr. Stone is a native 
of Vermont. We can commend his house to 
the attention of our readers, believing, as we 
do, that his facilities, goods and terms are sure 
to be found desirable and highly satisfactory, 
and knowing him to be an honorable and liberal 
gentleman in all business ti-ansactions. 



D. J. Hickie, Baker, Xo. 52 West Canton 
Street. Bread is the "Staff of Life," and a fine 
display of Bread and Cake is made iu the win- 
dows of the first-class bakeries, which will be 
found in almost every well regulated community. 
Among the attractive establishments of this 
kind located in this section of Boston, is that 
conducted by 3Ir. D. J. Hickie, at Xo. 52 West 
Canton street. At this Bakery can always be 
found fresh, every day, a full assortment of 
choice Bread, Cake, Plain, Frosted and Fruit 
Cake; also a large variety of small Cakes, com- 
prising .Jumbles, Cookies, Gingerbread, etc. 
Mr. Hickie established his bakery in 1SS:5, and 
occupies piemises covering an area of IS x 25 
feet, where he conducts a fine retail trade among 
the best families in this section of the city. He 
devotes his personal supervision to all branches 
of the business, and merits his already achieved 
success. Mr. Hickie is a native of Boston, and 
by his strictly conscientious and upright deal- 
ings has won the esteem of a large circle of 
friends, both in social and business life. Baked- 
Beans every Wednesday, Thursday, and Satur- 
day nights; Brownbread Sunday mornings. We 
commend his establishment to all desiring first- 
class goods in his line at very reasonable prices. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



SI 




The lleece Button Hole Machine Co., 

Manufacturers of tlie lieece Button Hole Ma- 
chine; Office and Factory, -458 to 4()2 Harrison 
Avenue. The invention and introduction of 
the Reece Button Hole Machine marked a new 
era in the making of machine button-holes in 
all kinds of fabrics, and its success throu<i;h six 
or seven years of practical use, under all circum- 
stances, proves it to be, as claimed by its manu- 
facturers. " the first and only button-hole ma- 
chine constructed upon triLe principles." Mr. 
John Reece. its inventor, and the president of 
the Reece Button Hole Machine Co., is a native 
of Maine, under whose laws the comi)any is in- 
corporated. The main office and the factory 
are located at Nos. 4.'JS to 4()2 Harrison Avenue, 
where three floors, of the dimensions of 40 x 100 
feet, are occupied, and power is supplied by a 
400 horse-power engine, seventy-five hands be- 
ing employed. Branch offices are maintained 
at Lynn, Haverhill, Xew York City, Philadel- 
phia, Chicago, St. Louis, Cincinnati and Roches- 
ter, N.Y., and the system employed is so perfect, 
that all orders can be filled without delay. The 
machine was awarded a gold medal in 1SS4, and 
was also awarded a gold medal in 1887 for im- 
provements, by the Massachusetts Charitable 
Mechanic Association, and it has never failed 
to demonstrate its superiority during years 
of practical use. Tiie fabric which is being 
stitched remains motionless during the entire 
operation. The stopping and starling of the 
stitching mechanism at the commencement and 
finish of the button-hole are entirely automatic, 
the needle always stopping out of the fabric. 
The button-holes are cut automatically, the la- 
bor of the operator is about one-third of the 
amount required by any other method, and the 
stitching mechanism is actuated by a simple 
crank nvji-enitnt, enabling a high speed to be 
attained with but little wear or noise. A com- 
plete button-hole stitch is made at each stroke 
of the needle bar, and thus, when run at the 
same speed, this machine will produce double 
the number of stitches of any other clamji ma- 
chine in the market. It runs equally well on 
all kinds of fabrics, either with silk or cotton 
thread. It makes a button hole, that for quality 
and durability is unsurpassed either by hand or 
machine work, and owing to its simplicity and 
easy, direct action, the machine cnn be kept in 
repair at about one-half the expense of any 
other button-hole machine known. On boots 
and shoes from twenty to forty cents per case 
can be saved on worked button-holes by the use 
of the Reece Button Hole Machine, and a single 
operator can make from 4, .500 to .5.000 button- 
holes per day. The company leases machines 



on liberal terms, and no manufacturer of any 
goods requiring button-holes can afford to 
throw away the advantages gained by the use 
of this machine. 



J. F. 3IcDowell, Livery, Hack, Boarding 
& Sales Stable, .57f) Shawmut Avenue. One of 
the best appointed Livery, Bo:irding, and Sale 
Stables, in this city is that conducted by Mr. J. 
F. McDowell al No. 576 Shawmut Avenue. It 
occupies an eligible location and the stable cov- 
ers an area of 85x45 feet, with an additional 
carriage house, which are conveniently ar- 
ranged in all their departments. These stables 
are supplied with thirty-five stalls, and fifty 
carriages, and customers can be supplied with 
first class driving horses, with carriages, by the 
hour or day. Mr. McDowell has thoroughly re- 
paired, ventilated and lighted, his stables and 
is prepared to give first-class accommodations 
for boarding horses. They will receive the best 
of feed and every attention for their comforta- 
ble condition and health. A specialty is made 
in boarding gentlemen's private driving horses. 
Mr. McDowell established this business in 1886, 
and has met with an extensive patronage. He 
employs five skilled and experienced assistants, 
and satisfaction is guaranteed to all having 
business dealings with him. Parties visiting 
the city by private conveyance will find no bet- 
ter or moie trustworthy hnnds in which to leave 
the care of their animals. Mr. McDowell is a 
native of Worcester Mass. and a member of the 
Odd Fellows and is highly esteemed throughout 
this community. He is an experienced and 
competent horseman in every respect and thor- 
oughly understands the proper care of stock, and 
our many readers will find this establishment as 
desirable as any other in the city. 



Lawrence Cimuiiig-hani, Plumber and 
Gas Fitter, 570 Shawmut Avenue; Residence 
170 Blue Hill Avenue. Among the many com- 
))lete establishments in this city, where the most 
thorough work is performed, is that of Law- 
rence Cunningham, Practical Plumber and Gas 
Fitter, whose place of business is located at .570 
Shawmut Avenue. The premises comprise a 
store 18 by 20 feet in size, and contain the most 
approved and modern tools and supplies for the 
prosecution of the business. He emploj's only 
skilled workmen, realizing the fact that good 
help does good work. Special attention is paid 
to the ventilation of dwellings and sanitary 
plumbing. iSIr. Cunningham, who is a practical 
and thorough master of every detail of his line 
of business, superintends all work personally, 
tie founded his business here in 1880. and has 
from the first met with unusual success. He 
carries a full and complete line of plumbing 
and gas fitting materials, which enables him at 
all times, with the assistance of his competent 
woi'kmen, to execute the most complicated and 
difficult work at short notice. Orders by Mail 
or Telephone are promptly attended to. ids Tel- 
ephone connection being No. -1465-3. Mr. Cun- 
ningham is a native of Boston, and resides at 
No. 170 Blue Hill Avenue, where orders may be 
left at any hour, day or night. He keeps all his 
contracts to the letter, and as a fair and honor- 
able business man has no suporior in the city. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 




W. N. l{ee<l. Men's Furnisher, Shiit Mnker, 
and Lauiidrymaii, ]099 \Vashin<;ton Street, 
Troy, New York Laundy. Commonwealth Hair 
Dressiiirr Rooms, also Trunks Made and lie- 
paired. Many people are apt to wonderin <^ly 
remark at the smooth and trim appearance pre- 
sented by certain gentlemen whom they may 
in-gi chance to notice, 

I^^P?h. and bother their 

heads over the 
problem of why 
they cannot yet 
clothes that will 
fit ihem equally 
well, when they 
patronize the best 
tai 1 o rs, and in 
short spare neith- 
er trouble n o r 
money to ensure 
their garments 
looking as well as 
anybody's. Now 
there is no reason 
why a man who 
is not deformed 
should not be able 
to obtain perfect 
fitting clothing, 
and in the majority of instances where there is 
a failure to do so, it is not the fault of the tailor 
or the customer's figure, but rather of the un- 
dergarments that are worn. This view of the 
case is not taken by many we are aware, but 
nevertheless we are convinced that were more 
care exercised in the selection of what clothing 
is worn next the skin, there would be much 
fewer complaints of ill-fitting over garments. 
In this connection let us call attention to the 
establishment conducted by Mr. \V. X. Reed, at 
No. 1G99 Washington Street, for this gentleman 
is prepared to furnish underwear, business and 
dress shirts that shall be perfect fitting in every 
respect, and having had an experience of over 
twenty-five years in tlie business, it is presumed 
that he is able to do so if anybody is. Mr. Reed 
was born in Boston. He occupies premises 
20 X 80 feet in size, and carries a beautiful 
stock of Men's Furnishing Goods in general, 
comprising the latest London patterns and com- 
plete in every detail. His facilities for making 
fine shirts to order are of the very best, and a 
large patronage is enjoyed in this line alone. Mr. 
Keed is interested in the Commonwealth Hair 
Dressing Rooms, and receives orders for the 
Troy, New York Laundry, guaranteeing the 
finest work attainable, andliaviug in operation 
so accurate and well conaidertd a system of de- 
livery that mistakes are almost impossible. Em- 
ployment is afforded to live efficient assistants, 
and those who appreciate fair dealing and gen- 
tlemanly treatment, will thank us for calling 
their attention to the advantages offered by Mr. 
Keed. In addition to his large trade in Gent's 
Furnishing Goods Mr. Reed also 
1 makes and repairs Trunks of all kinds 
Mo order. This is a great convenience 
to people in this vicinity, who thus save their 
expressage down town for repairs. Sample 
trunks are also made to order, and among his 
customers are some of the leading wholesale 
houses in the city. 



Charles H. Ciiase, Meats, Fruits, Canned 
(ioods and Vegetables; Vermont Butter a spe- 
cialty; ;:i;s2 Shawmut Avenue. Among the 
many houses in Boston that have for several 
years carried a superior grade of Meats and 
Provisions, that of Charles H. Chase, located at 
'AS2 Shawmut Avenue, deserves special mention. 
This establishment was founded by Mr. H. 
Lovesy in 1S83, who was succeeded in 1SS.5 by 
the present proprietor, Mr. Chase. This gentle- 
man has by energy and* perseverance attained 
the position he now occupies among the busi- 
ness men of Bo>ton. His premises consist of 
a store and basement, each 20 x 1.5 feet in di- 
mensions, and all necessary facilities for carry- 
ing on the business are at hand. Five courte- 
ous and obliging assistants are employed, while 
the stock comprises all kinds of Meats, Fruits, 
Canned Goods and Vegetables, Mr. Chase's 
facilities for furnishing choice goods being 
equal to any house in this line of trade. He is 
an energetic gentleman of large practical exper- 
ience in his business, and well deserves the 
wide-spread reputation and success he has at- 
tained. The residents of this section of the 
city wiil find this an establishment well worthy 
their attention and patronage. 




C. H. Cbappell, Boarding, Livery and Sale 
Stable, 79 and 81 Northampton Street. W. P. 
Harrington, Manager. It is hard to determine 
when the drives to be had through Boston's 
suburbs are most enjoyable — in the spring when 
a delightful warmth and freshness are in the 
air, in the summer when the leafy avenues af- 
ford grateful shade, and the motion of the car- 
riage produces a cooling breeze, in the fall 
when there is a crispness and sparkle in the at- 
mosphere which is as exhilarating as wine, or 
in the winter when the light cutter is whirled 
along at a railway speed over the smooth, 
white snow — all four seasons have their spe- 
cial delights and each in its turn seems incapa- 
ble of improvement. But the first essential 
under all circumstances to enjoyment on the 
road is a good horse, and next to this comes a 
stylish and comfortable vehicle, and as most of 
us have to depend upon hired teams for our 
driving facilities, it is important to know just 
where such desirable accommodations are to be 
obtained. Well, no mistake will be made if the 
establishment conducted by Mr. C. H. Chappell, 
at No. 81 Northampton Street be patronized, 
for this gentleman holds at the disposal of his 
customers some of the most satisfactory turn- 
outs to be had in the city, and what is more, he is 
prepared to let them at very reasonable rates.. 



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Mr. Chappel was born in Rhode Islnnd, and inau- 
gurated the enteiprise with which he is now 

connected in 1887. When he began operations, ijivci^^'n. usiaunsueu icoo.. jiuuumtni ana uo- 

he did so with the idea that there was nn open- tiiit Oysteis, Lobsters, Clams, etc., 559 Trfmont 

ing for a lively stable where first-class accom- it 4 Montgomery Str« ets, Eoston. Orders called 

modatinns Wfvp fnnihinpd with nonnlnr nrifps. for niifl rlplivpi-pfl 



S. C. Hopkin;:, Wholepale and Eetail Denier 
in Fresh, Smoked & Pickled Fish, also Cod 
Liver Oil. Established 1863. Monument and Co- 



modations were combined with popular prices, 
and the hearty and increasing patronage and 
support extended to him. shows that he was 
perfectly justified in this a.-sumption. Five 
floors are occupied and five assistants employed, 
all orders being tilled with despatch. 



Mrs. T. M. i>Ieii(luni, Fancy Goods and 
Stationery, Circulating Library, Uemorest Pat- 
terns. Troy Laundry Agency, etc., G97 Tiemont 
Street. Every branch of business has a number 
of firms that have excelled therein and are 
thoroughly representative. Among the most 
successful and enterprising retail dealers in 
Fancy Goods and Stationery in this section of 
Boston is ^Irs. T. M. Mendum, whose well- 
known establishment embraces the store No. 
097 Tremont street. Mrs. Mendum established 
her business in 1800, rising by degrees to the 
enviable position she now occupies, by hard, 
persistent work, courteous demeanor to all her 
patrons whether rich or poor, and by unfailing 
integrity in all her transactions. Slie employes 
two assistants and keeps constantly on hand a 
well assorted stock of everything usually in- 
cluded in this particular line of business. She 
has a well selected Circulating Library, also has 
an agency for Troy (N'. Y. ) Laundry, and 
Demorest Patterns. Her facilities for obtain- 
ing goods at first hands and at the lowest pos- 
sible figures are well-known and recognized, and 
her experience leads her to anticipate and meet 
the wants of the public in a prompt and satis- 
factory manner, a self-evident fact, judging from 
the large number of patrons who are to be seen 
in her store at almost any time during the day 



Stiirdivant Brothers, Grocers, No. 080 
Harrison Avenue. An establishment that has 
proved very popular in the neighborhooil where 
it is located, is that conducted by Sturdivant 
Brothers at No. 080 Harrison Avenue, and but a 
comparatively small amount of investigation is 
required to ascertain the cause of this popular- 
ity. Everybody likes to be sure of getting the 
worth of their money when they make pur- 
chases, everybody likes to know that the gro- 
ceries they are consuming are as pure and fresh 
as the market ali'ords, and everybody likes to 
receive prompt attention and civil treatment 
when they have occasion to visit a store and 
give an order. Now when we say that all these 
desirable things are to be secured by dealing 
with Sturdivant Brothers, w« think that no fur- 
ther explanation is needed of the jjopularity of 
the undertaking they control. Business was 
begun in 18S2, and the sales have showed a 
steady increase ever since. The assortment of 
goods shown includes Staple and Fancy Groce- 
ries in great profusion and of standard excel- 
lence. The prices quoted are at all times as 
low as the market will permit and employment 
is given to two efficient a.ssistants, who spare 
no pains to extend satisfactory service to the 
public. The system in force for the delivery of 
orders is very complete. 




The oldest and among the most reliable 
houses in its line in Boston is the well-known 
business conducted by Mr. S. C. Flopkins. It; 
dates its history back as far as ISO:). For the 
past thirteen years .Mr. Hopkins has had the 
sole control and interest of the business, which 
he has managed and increased in an enterpiis- 
ing and honorable manner, thorouuhiy in 
keeping with the established reputation of a 
first-class house, and the requirements of the 
trade. The premises utilized by Mr. Hopkins 
are located at '>V.) Tremont street, and comprise 
a store and basement each 20 x I.") feet in dimen- 
sions, where an extensive wholesale and re- 
tail trade is transacted in Fresh. Smoked and 
I'ickled Fish, Monument and Cotuit Oysters, 
Lobsters, Clams etc. The exten.sive trade re- 
quires the employment of three capable assist- 
ants, and orders are called for ami delivered 
promptly. Mr. Hopkins is a native of Truro, 
ilass. Both wholesale and retail customers 
will here find rare advantages and bargains in 
the lino of the products of the sea, which make 
it advisable and profitable for them to trade 
with this house. 



Steplieii 3Iurp!iy, Carpenter and Builder. 
481 Tremont Street up stairs. Among the 
many carpenters and builders doing business in 
this city, mention should be made of Mr. Steph- 
en Murphy, located at No. 481 Tremont Street, 
up stairs, for the shop of which this gentleman 
is proprietor has a well-deserved reputation 
for turning out good work and the business 
done is a laige and growing one. .Mr. Murphy 
inaugurated the enterprise with which he is 
now identified in 1881 and has filled many com- 
missions of importance since that time. The 
premises in use measure 25x.">0 feet and employ- 
ment is ordinarily given to fifteen efficient and 
skilled workmen. Jobbing orders are given 
special attention, and it is safe to assert that all 
who may favor -Mr. Murphy with their patron- 
age in this department, will have no reason to 
regret doing so. Contracting for Buildings 
and every description of mechanic's work done, 
estimates cheerfully furnished for the erection 
or remodeling of IJuildings etc. His facilities 
are of the best and his experience enables him 
to undertake repairing with the certainty of 
giving complete satisfaction. As a builder also , 
Mr. Murphy has ma^le a record of which he has 
no reason to be ashamed, and we can assure 
our readers that he may be depended upon to> 
carry out whatever plans may be submitted to 
him, faithfully and well, and also that he will 
give whatever counsel his practical experience 
may suggest to advance his customers' inter- 
ests. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



E. Moultoii, Dealer in Groceries & Provis- 
ions, No. (i-17 Tremont Street. Amonp tlic most 
active, cntei prising ami succes-slul of our So. 
End biLsiness men. is Mr. E. Moiilton cioin<i; 
Ijusinebs at No (i47 Tremont btrcet. Tliis gen- 
tleman is engaged as a dealei- in Groceries and 
Provisions and holds a veiy high ]iositi( n in the 
city in his line of busiiift^s. Tlie (stahli-'^hment 
lie carries on was fonndtd by him in 1S72 hav- 
ing been for four yeais juevious on Washington 
Street. The business has steadily inci eased 
from year to year and is letail in character, a 
-very large stock being carried. The premises 
utilized compiise a stoie and basement each 20 
X 90 in size, and employment is given to five ex- 
perienced assistants. Owing to the long con- 
tinuance, and high reputation of this house, the 
proprietor is enabled to secure his goods at the 
very lowest market prices, and is consequently 
in a position to furnish his customers with 
standaid articles on most reasonable terms. 
Everything sold is wairanted of the best quality 
and guaranteed to prove as represented, a full ' 
line of Fancy Groceiies also Wines. Liquors and 
U^eer for Family trade; and no doubt it is to this j 
strict integrity, which has characteriz^l all 
the business operations that this house largely I 
owes its success. ISIr. E. Moultou is a native of 
the .State of Maine. lie is a member of the 
Knights of Honor and G. A. R. and a gentleman 
of capability and energy anrl thoioughly ex- t 
perienced in all the details of his business. 



C. A. SieifeiniliMl, Pharmacist, Corner 
"Newton and Washington Streets. It is not to 
1)0 denied that the location of the Pharmacy 
•conducted by Mr. C. A. Siegemund, at the cor- 
ner of Washington and Newton Streets, is a 
iine one in many respects, and no one who has 
visited the establishment will question our 
statement, that its inteiior appointments are in 
keeping with its prominent situation and ex- 
terior appearance. Mr. Siegemund has been 
successful in largely extending the magnitude 
of the patronage year by year. Those at all ac- 
<}uainted with the j>rcsent owner and his busi- 
ness methods need not be told that this success 
lias been brought about by ])urely legitimate 
means, and that so tar from being satisfied with 
the record alieady made, Mr. Siegemund is con- 
stantly trying to add to his resources and to in- 
crease his capabilities of serving the public to 
the best advantage. An assortment of Drugs, 
Medicines and (Chemicals selected witli the 
<!;reatest care, and obtained from the most re- 
liable sources, is always on hand, complete in 
every department and maintained in lirst-class 
condition, and the compounding of Physicians' 
prescriptions is given special attention, no pre- 
cautions being neglected that science and ex- 
perience can suggest. A liberal patronage is 
acct)rded this establishment in the particular 
line alluded to, for the care and skill that are 
manifested in filling such orders, cannot fail to 
inspire confidence and win appreciation, while 
the charges made are reasonable and corres- 
pondingly popular. A beautiful selection of 
Toilet Articles, Fancy Goods, etc., is also a 
strong attraction to the public, and the assort- 
ment of choice Foreign and Domestic Cigars in 
stock is worthy the attention of every discrimi- 
nating smoker. Mr. Siegemund also pre])ares 



the following well known articles which have an 
extensive sale: Sifgemund's Quinine Hair Tonic, 
an ele{;ant toilet piepaiation for preserving, re- 
stoiing and beautifying the hair, rendering it 
soft, glossy and beautilul, stimulating and pro- 
motirg its giowth ; lemijvis dandrull, prevents 
baldness and giay hair, curing all diseases of 
the scalp, and producing a healthy reaction of 
the torjjid glands. A perfect hair dressing free 
from all irrilaiing mattei. It softens the hair 
when haul and diy; it acts upon the roots; it 
keeps the scalp in a healthy condition. Siege- 
mund's Cherry Cough Balsam, for coughs, 
colds, whooping cough, croup, influenza, bleed- 
ing at the lunris, etc. Siegemund's Coca Wine 
is made from fresh coca leaves, and a superior 
quality ol wine. It is piepaied with great care, 
and is a valuable Tonic for children, elderly 
people and convalescents; also, for public 
speakers, singers and actors. It will be found 
a valuable Tonic for the vocal coids, and as an 
anodyne for allaying nervous fright without 
any perceptible after effect. 



Carter, Diusinore & Co.» Inks, 162 to 172 
Columbus Avenue, Boston. To many people, 
ink is ink, and never a thought is bestowed on 
the process by which it is manufactured, or 
even whether it is an animal, vegetable or min- 
eial product. But to bookkeepers and others 
who have occasion to use it daily for a variety 
of purposes it soon becomes evident that there 
is as much difference in inks as there is in 
peojile, and that while some "make an impres- 
sion" at once and give signs of having "corae to 
stay", others barely stain the paper, or else are 
so heavy and thick as to be as incapable of re- 
cording an idea as they are of receiving one. 
This being the case, we have determined to earn 
the gratiude of our readers by giving a few 
simple but infallible directions showing how to 
(/if an ink that ivill suit you. For copying and 
for geneial use, buy Carter's Combined Writ- 
ing and Copying Inks. For bookkeeping and 
line writing, buy Carter's "/i/r/c/.-" Fluid. For 
marking any fabric with a common pen, buy 
Carter's Indelible Ink, and finally ifyou have a 
good thing and want to '"stick" to it. or if you 
want to stick anything so it will stay, buy and 
use Carter's Mucilage, the '"great stickist". 
The form of this advice is not original with us, 
but tlie spirit of it meets with our cordial en- 
dorsement, and we have no hesitation in saying 
that in our opinion (and that of thousands of 
others) Carter's Inks and ^lucilage are the best 
in the world. Well, they ought to be. Messrs. 
Carter, Dinsmore &, Co. occupy tlie largest and 
best equipped writing ink factory on the globe. 
They employ practical chemists of the highest 
skill, who do nothing but test the ingredients 
entering into the composition of the firm's pro- 
ducts, and strive to improve the goods now 
made and originate new ones. Tiiis is cause of 
tiie evoincss of excellence so noticeable in the 
inks made here, and of the sameness of shade 
which enables a bookkeeper to use one bottle 
of ink after the other, and be sure that his 
books will present a uniform appearance as 
long as he wiites with the same brand of ink. 
Carter, Dinsmore tt Co., have received the 
highest awards wherever they exhibited for the 
past twenty years, and regarding the ability of 



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tbeir products to stand variations of climate it 
only needs be said that these awards have been 
given in all parts of the world from Montreal to 
Australia, and from St. Louis to Paris. The pres- 
ent firm is constituted of Messrs. J. W. Carter 
and J. H. Child, both natives of this city. These 
gentlemen are well known in the community, 
and the more prominent features of their 
careers are familiar to the public. "Carter's 
Inks" have a world-wide reputation, and their 
sale is as large as superior merit and persistent 
and intelligent advertising can make it. 

Daniel Wood, Boarding Stable. 107 and 
109 W. Bi'ookline Street. The increase in the pop- 
ulation and constant growth of the city must 
have its legitimate effect upon the general busi- 
ness interests, and in connection with a com- 
prehensive display of the business institutions 
of Boston, it affords us no little pleasure to no- 
tice the establishment of Mr. Daniel Wood, lo- 
cated at Nos. 107 and 109 West Brookline Street. 
This popular stable was started in 1809, by its | 
present proprietor. The premises located as i 
above are eligible to all parts of the city, well 
lighted and airy ; they cover an area of 40x90 i 
feet, and comprise five ttooi's, having accommo- ! 
datlons for seventy-two horses and eighty car- 
riages, making it a most desirable stable for 
those having horses to board. They receive i 
the best feed and every attention to their com- 
fort, and condition and health. Thirteen ex- 
perienced hands are employed iu the various de- 
partments, and perfect satisfaction is guaranteed 
to all who entrust the car0 of their horses to 
this establislnnent. Mr. Wood is an experienced 
horseman in every respect, and thoroughly un- 
derstands the proper care of stock. His prices 
are very reasonable, and our readers will find 
his establishment first-class in every respect. 
Mr. Wood is a native of Ware, N. H. Though a 
business man in the fullest sense of the term, his 
genial disposition has made his establishment 
popular in this section of Boston. 

F. N. Dunbar, Home Bakery and Confec- 
tionery, .514 Shawmut Avenue, corner Spring- 
field Sti'cet. The establishment popularly 
known as the Home Bakery was foun<Ied in 
1885 by its present proprietor, Mr. F. N". Dun- 
bar, who from the first has been very success- 
ful in building up a substantial trade, throu^^h- 
out the neighborhood, in bread, cake, pastry, 
and confectionery. This well known bakery is 
located at No. 514 Sliawmut Avenue, corner of 
Springfield Street, and consists of a store and 
basement, each covering an area of IS x 45 
feet, which are equipped with every necessary 
requisite for the successful prosecution of its 
retail and manufacturing business. Mr. Dun- 
bar carries a fine stock in all branches of his 
business. Two experienced assistants are em- 
ployed, and customers can be supplied at short 
notice with anything in his line of manufacture, 
and satisfaction is guaranteed as to both qual- 
ity and price. Mr. Dunbar is a native of Mil- 
ford, N. H., and has a high reputation and 
standing in this community, and his store is 
largely patronized by families in this section 
of the city, who appreciate first-class bread, 
cake, pastry and confectionery. 



Stevenson & Co., Dealers in Choice 
Family and Fancy Groceries, Corner Washington 
and Dover Streets. There is no community of 
equal size in this country in which the grocery- 
trade has reached larger proportions than it has. 
here in Boston, and among the most prominent 
and popular enterprises of this kind carried on 
in the Hub, is that conducted by Messrs. Ste- 
venson & Co., at N'o.liy5 Washington Street,cor. 
Dover. The premises occupied comprise a store- 
house, three floors and a basement, and a store 
measuring 25x80 feet in dimensions, the stock on 
hand being complete in every department, but 
particularly so in that devoted to the sale of Fancy 
Groceries, of which an assortment is carried: 
that for comprehensiveness and desirability it. 
would be very hard to equal. Mr. Stevenson is. 
a native of Chelsea, and a member of the Fre& 
Masons, and is well known in trade circles as 
an energetic and capable business man. He is 
in a position to offer exceptional advantages in 
the line of Fine Family Flour, for he handles 
this commodity very extensively, and enjoys 
the most favorable relations with producers. 
Both a wholesale and retail business is done and 
employment afforded to competent and polite 
assistants. The choicer articles of a grocer's 
stock such as Tea, Coffee, Spices, Condiments, 
Relishes, etc., are dealt in very largely, and the 
quality will be found to be far superior to the 
average, as the concern gives particular atten- 
tion to the selection of such goods and strives 
to fully maintain the high standard that was 
long since established. Customers are assured 
prompt attention, and orders are carefully and 
accurately delivered. 



Rock & Forrest, Manufacturers of Copper, 
Galvanized Iron and Zinc Architectural VVork, 
Patent Skylights and Ventilators, 4:)6 Harrison 
Avenue. Copper is much more generally used 
than it was a few years ago, for it has been re- 
duced greatly in price, and articles made from 
it can consequently be sold in competition with 
those made of other materials. The advantages 
of copper are many and important, but chief 
among them are the ease with which it can be 
worked and the entire absence of any tendency 
to rust or decay in any way. Messrs. Rock *.fe 
Forrest, of No. 4.'](5 Harrison Avenue, are very 
extensively engaged in the manufacture of Cop- 
per and Galvanized Iron goods, and since be- 
ginning operations in 18S0, they have built up a 
business of which they may well be proud. 
Their productions have become generally known 
to builders and others for their careful and du- 
rable construction, and so ample are the manu- 
facturing facilities at the disposal of this firm 
that they are able to combine conscientious 
and thorough work with a price as low as the 
lowest. The premises occupied are of the di- 
mensions of 25 x40 feet, and there are ten com- 
petent assistants employed. Cornices, Gut- 
ters, Conductors, Skylights and Architectural 
work of all kinds are manufactured at short 
notice and in a uniformly superior manner, and 
both material and workmanship are such as to as- 
sure satisfaction to every patron. Messrs. Rock 
&, Morin began operations iu 1880. Mr. Rock 
purchased Mr. Morin's interest March 7. '88, and 
Mr. A. W. Forrest entering the firm it became 
Pock & Forrest. 



LEAVING BUSINESS MEN. 








tinued to increase month by month, until now 
it is one of the largest Bakeries in this section, 
and the only one where pies are made by steam. 
The lloor space covers an area of over 2,000 
square feet, and the capacity for Pies alone is 
very large. Teams deliver to all parts of the 
citj' and suburbs. The extensive wholesale and 
retail trade requires the services of fourteen 
assistants, and the products of this establish- 
ment are well known throughout the city. 



'Charles A. Ada iu.s, Groceiie.s and Provi- 
sions, ">5 Berkeley Street, Parker Memorial Build- 
ing. Many householders prefer placing their 
orders with such firms as can supply them with 
about all that is needed in the way of food, for 
they have discovered that not only does such a 
course save trouble, bat that in many instances 
it saves expense also, 'i'licrefore, we feel sure 
that not a few of our readers will be pleased to 
learn of an establishment that is well prepared 
to furnish them with the best of Oroceiies and 
Provisions, especially when we add that the 
prices quoted by those having it in charge are 
in the highest degree reasonable and just. We 
refer to the enterjirise carried on by Mr. Charles 
A. Adams, at No. 5-5 Berkeley Street, and the ex- 
ceptional success which this gentleman has met 
vith since beginning opeiations in 1S86. shows 
that the many advantages he has to offer are 
such as will win appreciation. He is a native 
of this city ;md is very well known here, partic- 
ularly in the Grocery and Provision trade, where 
lie is recognized as an enterprising merchant, 
and as a man who believes in the use of honor- 
able methods to cairy on an honorable business. 
The store utilized by Mr. Adams is of the di- 
mensions of 2ox(j.) feet, and includes a basement 
of similar proportions. The assortment of 
goods offered to choose from is so thoroughly 
complete that all tastes can be satisfied; and 
the presence of five efficient and polite assist- 
ants permits quick and courteous attention to 
be paid to all. 

Model Bakery, Xo. .".4o Shawmut Avenue, 
Boston, Patch i^- (Jl'ark, Pro])rietors, also agent 
for Boston Hotel and Steamboat Laundry. The 
mercantile liistory of Boston furnishes few- 
more brilliant examples of wliat unu^sual busi- 
ness talent, united with the most honoiable 
dealings, can accomplish within a slKnt time, 
in the way of huilding up an immense trade, 
and establishing n widpsjiread ici)utation. than 
is jtresented by P.crh tV (jlatk, proj)ri.;to,s vif 
the Model Bakery, 1 icated at :>l:5 .Shawmut avu- 
iiue. The Bread is made of the best (piality of 
flour which is bought in laige (juantities. This 
business was established several years ag(j, the 
present projirietor assuming control in 1888, and 
the trade and reputation of this house has cou- 



Jobii H. 3Iay, Boarding. Baiting, Livery 
and Sale Stable, Tremont Stables, 439 and 441 
Tremont Street, corner Appleton Street. Some 
of our readers have horses that they would like 
to boaid at some reliable stable where they 
would have the best of accommodations, food 
and attendance at moderate prices. Others may 




wish to know of a stable where they may bait 
their animals, and some may wish to hire or to 
purchase ahorse suited to their needs. To all 
such we would say "go to the Tremont Stables, 
Nos. 439 and 441 Tremont Street, and see what 
Mr. John II. May can do for you, for if he can't 
suit yon, the chances are that nobody can.'' The 
Tremont Stables were formerly conducted by 
Messrs. May & Goodridge, but for some time 
past have been under the sole control of their 
present projtrietor. They occupy four floors 
and a basement, of the dimensions of 90 x 13;>feet, 
and contain loO stall> and accommodations for 
about 100 horses. We would mention in par- 
ticular the perfect vtntllation and li[/ht. Stable 
being situated on a corner lot with no building 
to ol)struct the light or aii-, it is thus very 
healthy and desirable. There are also particular 
accommodations for ladies. Patrons will find 
a pleasant room fitted up exclusively for ladies, 
with all the modern conveniences. Emploj-- 
ment is afforded to twenty-five assistants, and 
orders by mail or telej>lione, number 4220, will 
receive promi)t and satisfactory attention. Mr. 
May can furnish speedy and stjdish turnouts to 
those who want to drive through our beautiful 
suburbs, or he can su])ply ladies with teams es- 
pecially suited to their needs, the carriages be- 
ing easy-riding and convenient, and the horses 
kind and fearless but good, fast roadsters. To 
those wishing to buy or exchange a horse Mr. 
May otfers special inducements, for he carries a 
fine assortment of Maine bred horses and fully 
guarantees every iiorse to prove strictly as rep- 
resented, a fact that will be appreciated by 
those who don't "know it all." If people 
were to deal exclusively with such reliable deal- 
ers as Ml-. May, there would soon be au end to 
fraud in horse trading. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



87 



Chace & Co., Bakery. Confectionery and 
Billiard Hall, 245 Columbus Avenue, under 
Hotel Waquoit, Boston. One of the most en- 
terprising versatile business men with whom 
we have met in the preparation of this volume 
is Mr. Albert F. Chace, of the firm of Chace & 
Co., doint; business on Columbus Avenue. This 
gentleman is a native of New Bedford, Mass., 




and prior to engaging in his present undertak- 
ing was concerned in the manufacture of the 
"Chace Gas Governor and Carbouettes." This 
appliance was designed to so regulate the pres- 
sure in the pipes tliat gas could be burned to 
the best possible advantage as regards economy 
and perfection of combustion, and that it fully 
answered the purpose for which it was intend- 
ed ; those who have given it a practical trial can 
and will cheerfully testify. Mr. Chace utilizes 
one floor and a basement in the carrying on of 
his present business. A finely equipped Bil- 
liard and Pool Room is maintained, there being 
six Billiard and three Pool Tables on the prem- 
ises, and every facility usually found in an es- 
tablishment where the finest trade is catered 
to. Gentlemen fond of a quiet game in a place 
free from the objectionable surroundings too 
often associated with Billiards or Pool, would 
do well to give Mr. Chace a call, as the conve- 
niences he has to offer are of tlie most satisfy- 
ing description, and perfect order and decorum 
are maintained in his establi.'^hment. Employ- 
ment is afforded to four efficient assistants, 
and customers are assured courteous attention. 



George E. Kollins, Grocer, 714 Harrison 
Avenue. Although we sometimes hear it said 
that "all grocery stores are alike,"' a little 
thought win bring to mind the fact that those 
who make this assertion, are either people who 
have had no experience in the purchase of gro- 
ceries, or else are individuals whose powers of 
judgment are, to say the least— limited. No 
person of ordinary intelligence can have much 
to do with the various classes of grocery stores 
to be found in this city, without discovering 
that there is a very wide and distinct difference 
between them, and if any oue wants an example 
of an establishment tliat is clearly entitled to 
be placed in the first class, let him direct his 
attention to the enterprise conducted by Mr. 
George E. Rollins, at No. 714 Harrison Avenue. 
This undertaking was founded in ISSl, and at 
once met with popular favor, a favor which has 
been steadily added to from that time to this. 
Mr. Rollins is a native of Boston, and has a 
very intimate acquaintance with the various 
branches of the business he conducts. He 
makes it a point to secure his supplies only of 
the most reliable and reputable houses, and can 
consequently vouch for everything he sells 
proving precisely as represented. One tioor 



and a basement are utilized, their dimensions be- 
ing20x50 feet, and employment is given to three 
polite and efficient assistants. Fine Groceries 
of all kinds are to be had here at prices that 
will stand the severest comparison with those 
of other dealers, and orders are assured quick 
and accurate delivery. 



J. J. Dolaney & Co.. Monumental 
Works, Westerly, Scotch, and all kinds of 
American it Foreign Granites, Italian Marble, 
Statuary, Free St<Mie, Wyoming Valley & Flag 
Stone. 510^ .518 'J'remont Street. Formerly Ca- 
rew's established lS4o, Boston, Mass. 




The monumental works of Messrs. J. .J. De- 
laney & Co., located at Nos. 51(4 to 518 Tre- 
mont Street, are among the best known in the 
entire state and turn out stone work which for 
beauty of design and perfection of execution 
excites favorable and even enthusiastic com- 
ment from the most fastidious critics. The art 
of stone cutting has reached such a high point 
of excellence that to say that a ceitain firm 
does work equal to the best is to give it unqual- 
ified and unreserved indorsement, but this is 
just what may truthfully and reasonably be said 
oi the one before alluderl to and tiiose placing 
orders with Messrs. J. J. Delaney & Co. are as- 
sured of having them filled in a thoroughly 
artistic and satisfactory manner. The enter- 
prise conducted by thi<i house was inaugurated 
in 1843 by Mr. Joseph Carew who was succeed- 
ed by the' present firm in 1878. .Mr. Delaney is 
a native of Cambridge and is known as one of 
the foremost contractors in New England. He 
is prepared to furnish estimates at short no- 
tice on the probable cost of building stone in 
quantities to suit and conducts extensive gran- 
ite yards at Quincy, dealing in Qiiincy. Wester- 
ly, Scotch and all kinds of American and Foreign 
Granites, Italian marbh?, Statuary, Free Stone, 
Wyoming Valley and Flag Stone are also large- 
ly handled and "can be furnished at the lowest 
market rates at all times. An immense busi- 
ness is done, particularly in monumental work, 
and we cannot too strongly urge such of our 
readers as may desire anything of this kind, to 
give his house a call as very superior and ex- 
ceptional inducements are offered. 



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C. C Howland, Dealer in Choice Family 
Groceries, Provisions and Flour, 648, 650 and 652 
Sbawniiit Avenue, Corner of Arnold Street. 
Amoiifi the old business houses of this city, 
whicli may well be called the corner-stones up- 
on which her commercial proatness has been 
reared, and to wliose honorable record and en- 
terprisiuf; management and business methods, 
the extensive grocery and provision trade of 
Boston is largely due, an important position 
must be accorded to the house of .Mr. C. C. 
Ilowland. The foundatioTi of this extensive and 
prosperous establisnment was laid in 1865 by 
Mr. C. C. Ilowland, who has successfully con- 
tinued the business. The store utilized by him 
is of the dimensions of ]00 x 50 feet, with base- 
ments, located at Nos. 648, 65U and 652 Shaw- 
mut Avenue, corner of -Arnold Street, where 
will be found an extensive stock of Choice 
Family Groceries, Provisions, Poultry, Game, 
Meats, Vegetables and Fruits in their season, 
and the best brands of flour. The extensive 
retail trade of this house requires the services 
of seven competent assistants, and all orders 
are promptly attended to, and goods delivered 
to all parts of the city. Tiie reputation of this 
house for enterprise and liberality is not ex- 
celled by any contemporaneous concern here or 
elsewhere, white the facilities at command of 
the proprietor make it one of the most desirable 
houses of its kind in the city with wliich to es- 
tablish pleasant and profitable relations. 



Mrs. 31. L. 3IcDonal(l, Grocery and Bak- 
ery, 5>)7 Shawmut Avenue. Among the impor- 
tant lines of business for which Boston has 
become renowned, that of the Grocery and 
Bakery industry is entitled to a prominent 
position. The line quality offered at Boston is 
generally recognized in the tiade. Among 
those houses devoted to the above named line 
of trade which have been recently established 
is that conducted by Mrs. M. L. McDonald, 
which was started in 1886, by its present pro- 
prietress. The premises utilized are 20 x 40 feet 
in dimensions, and are located at No. 587 Shaw- 
mut avenue. The energies of this house are de- 
voted to the ieth.il trade in Groceries, and 
Bread, Cake, Pies, etc. The stock embraces a 
first-class line of staple and family (iroceries. 
Teas, Coffees, Sugar, etc.. Also all the ))rodac- 
tions of the Baker which are received fr-^sh 
daily. Mrs. McDonald is a native of Boston, 
and practically familiar with all tlie details of 
her business, and is in every way a thorough 
and skillful business manager, and we commend 
her enterprise to all in this section of the city, 
■who desire fust-class goods in her line and 
courteous treatment. 



M. M. Litlibridge, dealer in Fancy Goods, 
721 Tremont Street. Among the first-cla.ss 
retail Fancy Goods establishments in the city, 
that of M. M. fjithbridge is deserving of prom- 
inent notice in this work. This store was 
occupied by its present proprietor in 1S87, 
who has been on Tremont Street four years, the 
premises utilized are well located at Xo. 721 
Tremont Street, and comprise a store and 
basement 18 x 75 feet in dimensions, which are 
plentifully stocked with all the novelties as well 



as the staples in this line of business. The 
proprietor exhibits refined taste and excellent 
judgment in the selection and assortment of 
goods of every description, and the latest nov- 
elties will always be found at this establishment. 
The services of two capable assistants are con- 
stantly required, and in addition to the retail 
trade in fancy goods, Miss Lithbridge is agent 
for the Cambridge Laundry. This lady is a 
native of Boston, and it is with pleasure that 
we refer to the honorable business career of 
this house, and the success it has attained as 
we believe our readers will be both interested 
and profited by such information. 



Wm. H. Glea^on, Dealer in Provisions, 
Game in season. Fruits, etc., 512 Shawmut 
Avenue, Corner of Springfield Street. It is 
pleasant in compiling these chronicles of Bos- 
ton business houses, to make mention of certain 
ones, which, by reason of their long establish- 
ment, have become so thoroughly identified 
with the city's progress as to almost seem like 
public and not private enterprises. .Such an 
establishment is that conducted by Mr. Wm. 
H. Gleason at No. 512 Shawmut Avenue. The 
inception of this business was in 184.3, the pres- 
ent location since 1865, and it has been success- 
fully conducted since that date by its present 
proprietor. The premises occupied consist of a 
store and basement, each 20 x 55 feet in dimen- 
sions, and are well stocked with a choice assort- 
ment of Provisions of all kinds, also Fruits and 
(iame in their seasons. The extensive retail 
trade requires the services of five assistants, and 
the entire details of the business are most ably 
and .systematically managed. Mr. Gleason is a 
native of Hanover, N. H. He is one of the most 
highly esteemed and well known of our older 
business men, and his career furnishes in many 
respects a worthy example for young men to 
follow. 



J. B. Woodbrirtg^e, Dealer in Choice Fam- 
ily Groceries, Fine Grades of Butter and Teas, 
118 West Canton Street, near Tremont. In the 
preparation of the history of a city, its establish- 
ments and noteworthy enterprises, we naturally 
come in contact with those useful avocations 
wliich conduce so much to the convenience of 
the public ami which are, in a measure indis- 
pensable in a community. liocated at No. 118 
West Canton .Street can be found one of those 
enterprises of wliich we speak. This house was 
established in 1880 by Mr, J. B. Woodbridge, 
dealer in fine Staple and Fancy Groceries, also 
the best grades in Butter and Teas. The prem- 
ises occupied for the transaction of this nour- 
ishing retail store consist of a store and base- 
ment, each of the dimensions of 20 x 40 feet, 
which are well stocked with a choice selection 
of the above named line of goods. Consumers 
wishing goods in this line will find this a pleas- 
ant place, and its management courteous to deal 
with. Mr. Woodbridge is well and favorably 
known in this community, being a native of 
Boston. In conclusion, we may say that Mr. 
Woodbridge has established a wide-spread repu- 
tation for reliability and honorable business 
management. 



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The New Knjrland Conservatory of 
Music. Amonjj the attractions of Boston is 1 
this interesting and famous institution, which , 
now altiacts a larger attendance of students 
than any other in tlie country, though it may 
be said that some of its pupils remain for short- 
er periods than the students in colleges and 
universities remain. Duiing tlie year ending in 
June, ISST, the number of pupils registered was 
2252. The aim of this unique institution is to 
furnish, not musical instruction alone, but a 
complete education in all essential lines of cul- 
ture. Besides its schools for the Piano-forte, 
Organ, Formation and Cultivation of Voice. 
Lyric .\rt and Opera, Violin Orchestral and 
Band Instruments and Conducting, Harmony, 
Composition, Theory and Orchestration, Ciiurch ^ 
Music, Oratorio and Chorus I'ractice, >Sight 
Singing and Vocal Music for Public Schools. 
Tuning Pianos and Organs, it also has a '"Scliool 
for General Literature and Languages" Ancient 
and Modern. A School of Elocution and 
Dramatic Art. A School of Fine Arts and a 
Scbool of Physical Culture. Its good body of 
instructors, numbering about one bundled, are 
the ablest that can be found in America or 
Europe. Ii is therefore now needless for an 
American to go ab -oad to com])lete a course of 
musical study. Every advantatie and facility is 
here, and some features which cannot be 
found in Europe. This is the only institu- 



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]^ra[^klii/S([Udre Boston 



tiou in the world which furnishes pipe 
and pedal organs for the practice of the 
students. Of these it already has fourteen. 
The building is the largest and finest in the 
world devoted to this style of education. A vast 
structure, seven stories in height, lighted by 
electricity and heated by steam, situated upon 
one of Bo-ton's most fainou-^ sq'iares and io the 
heart of the city near to t'le museums, libraries, 
great churches, and cveiy attraction the city 
affords. This structure, b'jsides its large num- 
ber of class rooms, h ills, studios, parlors, etc., 
has elegant accommodations for 4()U lady pupils 
who are cared for as they would be at home. 
Gratuitously furnished to iis students is the 
most extiaordiuary and abundant provision of 
recitals, lectures, and addresses. On the aver- 
age perhaps a dozen per week of the finest liter- 
ary arid musical ]ierft)rmances are freely given 
to the students of this institution. In ad- 
dition to tliese regular benefactions, from 
time to time the great lights in the musical and 
literary world visit this vast concourse of 
students and kindly encour.i.:e tliem by the ex- 
hibition of their powers. A'liong the great 
musicians who have recently delitrhted the 
students may be named Fursch M idi, Hasbreetu, 
I Ous Dii ohe, Maud Powell. McGuckin, IIofE- 
man, the boy pianist, and Carrino. Of eminent 
authors and lecturers, H. Butterworth, E. E. 
Hale, A. 1). Mayo, W. J. Rolfe,and others. The 



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demand for the graduates of this institution for 
service in oollej^es and schools is twice as great ! 
as the supply and this fact is very attractive to I 
those wlio aim at success in life. This institu- ! 
tion, wliile it belongs to the public and is in the 
hands of its fifty trustees, has still the advan- 
tage of the same wise management and direc- 
tion which has bi'ought it to its present colossal 
dimensions, and obviously has before it a career 
of unparalleled usefulness and development. 
The great concourse of students has made it 
possible to offer these advantages to the 
students for a payment astonishingly small. 
No where else can so much be had for so little. 
While the institution is not sectarian its aim is 
distinctly and definitely Christian and its resi- 
dent pupils are under influences elevating and 
ennobling. 

F. A. Liangrley &Co., Dealers in Coal and j 
Wood. Hard and Soft Wood, )0 Shawmut j 
Avenue. The enterprise carried on under the I 
firm name of F. A. Langley it Co., at No. 600 
Shawmut Avenue, will attain its "mnjority*' dur- j 
iug the current year as it was established in . 
18b7. The past twenty-one years have brought 
about many changes in commeicial methods, 
but there is still a demand for enterprise, 
knowledge and integrity in the successful car- 
rying on of a business, and as long as these 
qualities ensure patronage, there need be no 
lear that the undertaking to which we have al- 
luded will lacksupport and appreciation. iMessi-s. 
F. A. Ijangley & Co., occupy premises compris- 
ing about an acre of yard loom, etc., and al- 
ways can y a full supply of Coal and Wood, in 
which they deal very extensively, both at whole- 
sale and retail. They are prepared to deliver 
the best quality of Red and White Ash Coal at 
■wharf prices, and to furnish families with Hard 
or Soft Wood, sawed and split by steam to the 
dimensions desii'ed. The lowest market rates 
are quoted on this wood as well as on the coal 
bandied, and orders will be received for wood 
in quantities to suit, either by the cord, foot, 
box or bundle. Mr. Langley has many friends 
in this city and is a popular member of the 
Grand Army. During the great Kebelliou he 
served in the Navy, under tue command of Com- 
modore Farragut, and participated in some of 
the most decisive and important engagements 
that took place, among which may be mention- 
ed those occurring at Baton Kouge, Tort Hud- 
son, I!ed River, etc. The firm of which he is a 
member do a lai-ge business and rank with our 
most reliable city houses. 



E, J. Yerxa & Co., South End Branch 
Tea 6c Grocery House, 2037 Washington 
Street. Yerxa is an uncommon name in most 
localities, but it is one which the i-csidents of 
Boston and vicinity are extremely familiar 
with, as it has been prominently identified 
with the wholesale and retail Grocery business 
in this city for many years. It is with the South 
End Branch Tea & Grocery House conducted by 
Messrs. E. .]. Yeixa & Co., at No. 20o7 Washing- 
ton Street, that the jjiesent article has to deal 
and it can be commenced in no better way than 
by stating that the well-established reputation 
of the name to which reference has been made, 
has been raised higher than ever by the methods 
practised in this establishment since its doors 



were first opened to the public in 18S0. One 
floor and a basement are occupied measuring 
25 X fiO feet, and an extremely large and skill- 
fully selected stock of Teas, Coffees, and Staple 
and Fancy Groceries is always open for inspec- 
tion, and enables the firm to satisfy all tastes 
and fill every order without delay. In the line 
of Teas and Coffees sj)ecial efforts are made, 
and the very finest and choicest brands are 
offered at prices that will bear comparison with 
those qiiated at many other ijouses on far in- 
ferior articles. Spices also, of perfect purity and 
uniform stiength, are dealt in very extensively, 
and the assortment of Table Condiments and 
Luxairies, Canned Goods, Preserved Fruits, Veg- 
etables, etc., is a lai-ge and complete one, the 
most celebrated and popular packers being rep- 
resented. Flour, Sugar and other staple goods 
are offered at the lowest market prices, and as 
employment is given to five assistants, cus- 
tomers arc assured of prompt, polite service, 
while the arrangements for the quick and ac- 
curate delivery of orders are complete and sat- 
isfactory. 

Smith Brothers, 1207 to 1219 Washington 
Street. Manufacturers and Dealers in Furniture 
of all kinds, Crockei-y, Glass and Silver Ware, 
Carpets, Ranges, etc. Furniture neatly Re- 




BOSTON 3IANTEL BED, DRAPED. 




BOSTON MANTKL BED, WITHOUT 
DKAPEKY. 



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paired and Upholstered. There may be. as 

social riiilos(jphers say there are, certain teiid- 
ancies in operation at the present day that 
render marriaire less desirable than it otherwise 
would be, bnt on the -ither iiand there are also 
circumstances that make the establishment of 
a home a comparatively easy thinjj, and anionj: 
these may be mentioned the inducements held 
out in the line of lionsokocpinLC f;'oi>ds, etc. 
Amonf; the many houses handlin<,' these ar- 
ticles, we would like to call attention ^ tiiat of 
Smith Brothers, doing business at Xos. liiOT to 
1219 Washinjjton Street, for since this enter- 
prise was inaugurated in ISCi'), it has Riown to 
very laige proportions, and the firm aie now 
able to meet all honorable competition and sup- 
ply standard {xoods at |)rices as low as the low- 
est. They occupy premises comprisinf:^ three 
floors and a basement, and measuriuij 40 x 70 
feet, and carry a stuck th:»t our space will not 
permit us to describe in detail, bnt which in- 
cludes evcrythinjT in the line of House Furnish- 
ing Goods and especially complete as regards 
the selection of Furniture offered. Messrs. 
Smith Brothers are manufacturers of, as well as 
dealers in. furniture of all kinds, and the variety 
of styles which they show, as well as the bottom 
prices thcj' quote, are quite sufiicient explanation 
of the immense business they d<> in this line. 
This house (as all its old customers will cheer- 
fully testify) does not get up goods simply '"to 
sell," but on the contrary makes it a lule to 
furnish a durable as well as an attractive article. 
In no other way could a business such as theirs 
have been built up, for iheir patronage, al- 
though of course made up largely of new cus- 
tomers, is still drawn in a great degree from 
those who have dealt with this house for years. 
We cannot too strongly emphasize the fact tliat 
Household Supplies of neaily every variety are 
handled at this establishment, and whether you 
want Furniture. Carpets, Oil-cloth, Matting, 
Ranges, Stoves, Crockery, Glass, Silver or Tin- 
Ware, you can place your order witli Smith 
Brothers, and rest assured that you will do at 
least as well as though you tramped all over the 
city and dealt with some house of which you 
knew nothing. A specialty is made of the lie- 
pairing and Upholsteiing of Furniture, and all 
orders are given carel'ul and prcjmpt attention 
and accurate delivery. 



Charle.s H. Boll, Painter and Glazier, 477 
Tremont Street. Nearlj' every man of middle 
age has tried at one time or the other to do some 
painting "on his own hook," and if he had no 
previous experience, tlie chances are that when 
he got through with his fust attempt he had 
more respect for a ))r<>fessional jiainter than he 
ever had before. Painting looks veiy easy, and 
in one sense of the word it is easy, for anyljody 
can dip a brush into a paint jiot and i)laster the 
paint on a wall or other smootli surface, but it 
is not everybody that can put on just enough 
paint and that can distribute it as evenly as it 
must be distributed if the final result is to be 
at all satisfactory. Therefore, we say it always 
pays to employ a good painter, and as some of 
our readers may not know just where to find 
such, we take pleasure in calling tlieir attention 
to the paint-shop carried on by .Mr. Charles H. 
Bell, at No. 477 Tremont Street, up stairs, for 



tliLs gentleman has conducted the shop in ques- 
tion since iss4, and has proved himself equal to 
all demands, and able to do the very best of 
work at bottom prices. He makes a specialty of 
matching any shade desired in painting build- 
ings. One floor is occupied, 2ii x .")0 feet in size, 
and a full assortment of paints and every need- 
ful facility is carried at all times. Employment 
is given to from fifteen to twenty-five assistants, 
and all orders will be filled at the shortest pos- 
sible notice. 

W. H. Clciueut. Dealer in Choice Provis- 
ions, Poultry aiul Game, Vegetables, Domestic 
and Foreign Fruits, .\ppleton Market, 462 
Tremont Street. K all provision stores were 
conducted on the same principles as that car- 
ried on by Mr. W. H. Clement, at Xo. 462 
Tremont Street, the objectionable features of 
marketing would be en- 
tirely removed, and 
every lady might order 
the supplies she re- 
quired in person, with- 
out incurring anno y- 
j ance or having to go 
' amongst uncleanly sur- 
roundings. But as all 
such stores are h"/ con- 
ducted in this fashion, 
unfortunately, the least 
, ^ we can do is to call at- 

tention to those that are, and prominent among 
them is the one that forms the subject of this 
article. Mr. Clement opened the establishment 
to which we have reference iu ISS-), and occu- 
pies one fio')r and a basement, their dimensions 
being i-"; X 60 feet. He employs four efficient 
and courteous assistants, and otfers to every 
customer prompt and polite attention. The 
stock on hand is a very large one, and is as va- 
ried as it is large, for it comprises Choice Pro- 
visions of all descriptions, Poultry and Game 
of every kind in its season. Vegetables in great 
profusion, and Domestic and Foreign Fruits of 
first class quality. This store is also known as 
the Appleton Market, and is, as may well be 
imagined, extremely popular and well patron- 
ized. Orders are very promptly delivered and 
all goods arc warranted to i)rove as represented. 
Mr. Clement was in Faneuil Hall ^^arket for 
fifteen vears. Is a member of the Odd Fellows 
and A. O. U. W. 




J. H. McCart'erty & Son, Brass Founders, 
Brass, Bronze and Composition Castings. Bronze 
Tablets and Memorial Work. Dealers in Solder, 
Babbitt's and other metals, 147 Columbus Ave- 
nue. But very few people, outside of those 
more or less directly interested in the subject, 
have any idea of the difficulties involved iu 
making fine castings of metal, for yOii out of 
1000 think that all it is necessary to do is to 
"make a mould of something or other, and 
pour the molten metal into it." .lust so. All the 
sculptor has to do is to take a square block of 
marble and knock the superfluous material out 
of the way, but still we are not all sculptors, 
and even some of those who profess to be have 
evidently made a mistake in their vocation. 
But in spite of the variety of really fine metallic 
castings, we have a concern here in Boston that 



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has a most enviable reputation for the produc- 
tion of high grade and artistic work in this 
line, and it may be said that few houses in the 
country are capable of turning out articles of a 
more high and even order of merit. VVe refer 
to the tirm of Messrs. J. H. McCatt'erty & Son, 
doing business at No. 147 Columbus Avenue, 
where premises are occupied of the dimensions 
of 50 X (iO feet, and where Brass, Bronze and 
Composition Castings, Bronze Tablets and 
Memorial Work are produced in large quanti- 
ties, employment being afforded to twenty-one 
skilled assistants. Business was inaugurated 
in 18S6, and a laige trade has already been built 
up, as the merits of the work done were too ob- 
vious to escape recognition, and the facilites at 
hand allow of the lowest market rates being 
quoted. Both partners are thoroughly conver- 
sant with the inuermost details of the business 
under their control, and take every precaution 
to see that the highstandaid they have adopted 
for their productions shall be rigidly adhered to. 
Estimates will be furnished if desired, and Sol- 
der, Babbitt's and other metals are on sale at 
prices as low as the lowest. 

William H. Fairfield, Registered Phar- 
macist, Xos. 621 and 62o Shawmut Avenue, Bos- 
ton. One often hears it stated in conversation 
that those attributes which fit a man for suc- 
cess, in business, are apparently incompatible 
with those which cause one to win distinction. 
in scientific pursuits, and perhaps broadly 
speaking that may be the case, but like all rules 
it has its exceptions, for more than one individ- 
ual who has unequivocally succeeded in busi- 
ness has also proved his eminent fitness to 
follow the paths of science. A case in point is 
that afforded by the career of Mr. William H. 
Fairlield. who carries on business at Xos. 021 
and 62o Shawmut Ave., for as the high position 
he holds among contemporary Registered Phar- 
macists is a proof of his scientific capabilities, 
so is the large patronage, his establishment re- 
ceives, convincing evidence, of his business 
tact. Operations were begun by him in 1SS4, 
and although the field was quite well occupied 
in which he selected to labor, still quite a large 
and growing trade was soon established. Mr. 
Fairfield is a native of Boston, and has many 
friends in this community. He is a member of 
the Odd Fellows. His store is 2.5x18 feet, in 
size a basement of the same dimensions being 
utilized for storage and other purposes. Capa- 
ble assistants are employed and customers are 
invariably served with care and politeness. 
The stock carried comprises among other 
things a fine line of toilet requisites of various 
kinds, which are offered at very low rates. The 
assortment of drugs, medicines and chemicals 
is extensive and made up of fresh, pure goods, 
whose strength and virtue may be confidently 
relied ujion. Prescriptions are compounded 
with care and dispatch at all hours and no ex- 
orbitant prices are demanded. Sole N. E. 
agent for the celebrated Female Regulative 
Pills which are safe, certain and effective. A 
full line of choice cigars and pure confectionery 
is carried which is sold at popular prices. Ow- 
ing to his large and increasing trade in Soda, Mr. 
Fairfield has just purchased an elegant Soda 
Fountan from which to draw delicious soda 
with fruit syrup and genuine Oak Grove Farm 



Cream. This is sold at only "> cents per glass 
and is not excelled in this section. 

Ree(l'.S Rlock. This immense building was 
erected by Mr. Eliot B. Mayo in 18*^0 and 1881. 

It consists of a 
block of nine build- 
u^ixs, running from 
Albany Street to 
Harrison Avenue, 
the total length be- 
ing 6.50 feet. The 
width is only .')0 ft. 
giving ample light 
even in the cen- 
ter of the rooms. 
Two large, hori- 
zontal engines sup- 
])ly power to run 
the elevators, of 
which there are 
eight in the block, 
and also the va- 
il ]• i o u s machines 
used by the several 
tenants. Two large 
fans keep a contin- 
uons current of hot 
:iir pouring into 
the forty rooms 
during the winter 
season making the 
temperature about 
sixty to seventy 

egrees even in the 
coldest weather. 
This system also 
h;is the merit of 
heating the rooms 
uniformly through- 
out. Four laige 
boilers supply the 
!-team for the en- 
gines, and also the 
glue heaters, jacket 
ivcttles, caul boxes, 
lumber dr y i n g 
kilns, etc. The 
building was ex- 
]iressly erected for 
general manufac- 
turing and is as 
complete in its de- 
tnils as is desirable. 
Shafting is pro- 
vided in every 
idom and there are 
::ii(iO to -1000 feet of 

■main line" kept 
in motion c o u- 
stantly. The rooms 
vary in size from 
oOOO to 5100 feet 
floor space and are 
all light and airy. 
The reputation of 
the "Block" for 
S(iuare dealing and 
reliable Steam 
Power is some- 
thing more than 
local, and there are 
seldom more than 
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cant rooms at any one time. The enterprise of 
the proprietor has been seconded by his able 
assistant Mi. R. G. Morris, and the engineer 
Mr. E. E. Ordell, \vh') hive largely contributed 
to make "Reed's Block"' the success that it is 
today. 



Woodberry «X: Harris, (.hmch Oigan 
Manufactory. Of all musical instruments ever 
desifjned by the inszcnuity of man, the church 
orpan is the f^randt-st and the most ma<;nilicent 
and its capatiilities arc so wondei fully varied, 
that the whole gamut of e-xpression from the 
, , fa i n test whisper- 

-^-- -f- -— y ings of entreaty to 

" -!s,i*-J^- the awesome thun- 

~'7l'.l deiings of com- 

:i:f;j;;-A^; - maud, find in this 
instrument an ade- 
" quale and u n a p- 
^proachable i u t e r- 
■^'- -prctcr. Of course to 
attain the best re- 
l^i^^suUs it is necessary 
ttejj^. A to have perfect 
'"mechanisn), mech- 
- lanism that will re- 
p-^ spond to the slight- 
est touch of the 




player and combine 
the utmost delicacy 
with great durabili- 
ty, and it is just 
here that the supe- 
riority of one organ 
builder over an- 
other is most plainly manifest, and the true 
touchstone of merit is to be found. Messrs. 
Woodberry & Harris have been associated to- 
gether in this braijch of industry since 1SS5, but 
they have already gained an enviable reputation 
and proved their right to challenge comparison 
with the finest builders in the country. Especial 
attention is given to Tuning and Repairinsr, and 
in tlie latter, which is no doubt the most difficult 
branch of the organ industry a particularly 
high record has been mnde. Among the more 
important commissions in this line executed by 
this firm, may be mentioned the practical re- 
building of the magnificent instrument used in 
Warren Avenue Baptist church, and those who 
were present at the concert given to commemo- 
rate tlie completion of these repairs, will agree 
with us in saying that Messrs. Woodberry ifc 
Harris have reason to be pioud of tlieir work. 
They occupy two floors of the dimensions of ; 
40 X 80 feet, at No. ;]90 Albany Street, and give ■ 
employment to fifteen assistants. All orders ' 
will be attended to promptly and carefully and ' 
at very moderate rates. The firm is made up of 
Messrs. Jesse Woodberry and Chas. T. Harris, the 
former a native of England, and the latter of this i 
city. Thesenior partner is a gentleman of very ^ 
wide experience in organ building and repair-; 
ing, and is well associated with Mr. Harris, who 
is a most enteiprising business man, and ne- 
glects no means to improve the efficiency of the 
service offered to the p\iblic. From a New 
Hampshire paper we take the following: 
"Hudson's New Organ. During the past winter 
extensive changes have been made in the Bap- 
tist church in Hudson, and on Wednesday even- ; 



ing, April 2.5, a large company gathered to view 
the new interior and hear the organ which had 
just been presented to the church by Dr. D. O. 
Smith. The new organ, however, is the 
special attr.iction. It was made by the firm 
of Woodberry it Flarris of Boston, and is pro- 
nounced by competent critics to be the best in- 
strument ever turned out by this reliable firm. 
In purity of tone it certainly cannot be sur- 
passed, aiui it lias, besides, certain swell effects 
larely obtained in an organ of this size. Many 
expressions of approval were heard after the 
recital, and all seemed of the opinion that the 
new uigan is most excellently adapted to the 
auditorium, and that one might search among 
many more pretentious instruments without 
finding its equal." 



R. F. Clark & Co., Dealers in Provis- 
ions, Poultry, Game, Fresh Fish, Oysters, 
Clams. Fruit. Vegetables, etc. Also N". E. 
Asrents for Rohe &: Bros' Imperial Hams and 
"The Bon;inza" Boneless Meat, !•') Worcester 
Street. We know of no more worthy example 




of the reliable and representative houses of Bos- 
ton than the popular establishment conducted 
by R. T. Clark & Co. This store was opened 
May 27th, ISS-"), by the present proprietors and 
the management was placed in the liaiuls of his 
nephew, Mr. Geo. N. Smith, who had enjoyed 
ten years' previous experience in the same line 
in Lawrence and was amply qualified to con- 
duct the business in all its branches. Mr. 
Clark is employed by one of the lar<iest Belting 
companies in the United States and is thus nec- 
essarily absent most of the time. The store 
occupied is 8Ux2U ft in size and is one of the 
handsomest and most conveniently arranged in 
the city. There are eighty running feet of mar- 
ble slabs, extending on two sides of the store, 
while in the center is a "vegetable fountain" 
which was designed by .Mr. Clark and is the on- 
ly one of the kind in existence. It consists of a 
spray of water rising some four feet above a 
marble slab on which is displayed a tempting 
array of fresh and early vegetables. There are 
alsoa number of glass shelves onwliich thowater 
falls and as these are also filled with vegetables 
they are kept cool and fresh ; a fact which his 
large number of partrons fully appicoiate. Mr. 
Clark makes a specialty of supplying his cus- 
tomers with the heaviest Chicago Stall-fed beef 
ensuring thick, juicy steaks and tender roasts. 
This firm has the N. E. Agency for Rohe & 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



95 



Bros' Imperial Hams and Bonanza Shoulders 
which are sold both at wholesale and re- 
tail. These Hams are the best Siitrar Chireri, 
Boneless and Cooked, ready for the table. Will 
retain its natural Moisture, Flavor and Sweet- 
ness in any climate for years. Will be f.iund 
Indispensable in Hotels, Restaurants, etc. The 
Bonanza is a superior article of Boneless Meat, 
used as Ham or Breakfast Bacon, and cheaper 
than either. The low prices and the fine as- 
sortment of goods carried have given this 
house the large trade it enjoys. Goods may be 
ordered by telephone 4t54 and receive prompt 
attention. This is also a telephone pay station. 
Mr. Clark is a native of Xew Hampshire, and is 
an active business man. He is a member of the 
Masons, K. of H. and G. A. R. He was captain 
of Co. A, 3d New Hampshire Regiment and 
was in active service in almost all the engage- 
ments in the late Rebellion. 

Mr. Clark also sells the Crystal Mineral 
Water from the Old Original Indian Kibby 
Spring of Stoneham, Mass., R. B. Chapman, pro- 
prietor. The medicinal qualities of this Spring 
have been known for many years. It was for- 
merly known as "The Old Kibby Spring." I 
have some water from the Spring which I have 
kept seven years, and it is perfectly sweet. I 
have more than five hundred customers in 
Stoneham who use this water daily, which 
shows its merits are known in its own town. It 
has been known to cure many cases of Kidney 
and Liver Complaint, etc. Allow me to call 
your attention to the Crystal .Mineral .Spring 
Water of Stoneham, which is delivered in Boston 
only by R. F. Clark & Co., Boston Agents. 



Mexican Rlieuinatic Cure, The Formula 
for " The Mexican Rheumatic Cure" was ob- 
tained by me from a Spaniard at Miuatitlan, 
Mexico, and I am the only person using it in 
the United States. When I commenced using 
this medicine, I had been entirely helpless for 
seven months. I could not raise my feet from 
the floor, or lift my hands to my shoulders. 
My fingei's were all drawn to the palms of my 
hands, and my sufterings were intense. I tried 
any and every thing prescribed by the best phy- 
sicians within my call, or recommended by 
anyone else, both in internal and external 
treatment, but all to no purpose. In ten days 
after I commenced to take " The Mexican 
Rheumatic Cure " I walked four miles, and 
in twenty days I contracted for and built a 
vessel, and resumed my usual avocation, since 
which time I have entered and passed the four 
zones of the earth repeatedly, and have been 
entirely free from Rheumatism in any form 
whatever. Go and ask them what they think 
of The Mexican Rheumatic Cure, which is pre- 
pared only by Gilmau M. Ryder, No. ooo Shav?- 
mut Avenue, Boston. Circular with other 
testimonials mailed on application. 

BosTox, May 19th 18S4. 

For about thirty years I have been a great 
sufferer from Rheumatism, and almost helpless 
for a long time. In fact, I could not rise from 
a chair without help, or walk a step, or use my 
hands so as to dre.ss myself. My ankles and 
wrists were so stiff they would not bend, and 
all of my fingers were drawn inward to the 
XMlms of my hands, so that I could not open 



them in the least. In September, 188:], I by ac- 
cident, heard that Capt. G. M. Ryder had an al- 
most infallible cure for Rheumatism. I sent 
for a bottlp, and after taking the medicine 
about a week all the pain left me. After taking 
two boitles I was cured, and have had no trou- 
ble since. I would also mention that, at the 
time I commenced taking this medicine, my 
hands were very rough, and covered with dry 
scales from Salt Rheum. They soon became 
soft and smooth, and continue so. I have 
gladly recommended this medicine to friends 
who are sufferins from Rheumatism, and in 
many instances they have been cured by its 
use. Xo words of mine can speak more for the 
praise of the medicine than it truthfully de- 
serves. I will gladly give a more detailed state- 
ment of the great benefit I have received from 
this Rheumatic Cure to any one who will call 
on me. 

MRS. A. H. SPARROW, 
42 Edgeworth Street, Highlands. 




style of 'si/e** 1 to 3 inolumve. 

Suitable for ruunin<^ ColTee .Mills, Job Printing; Presses, 
lee Cream Freezers, and all small machinery requiring 
One Horse Power. 

The Chandler & Silver Hydraulic 
Eng'ine. 

This is a Pi.stou Engine very simple in con- 
struction, and so arranged that those parts in 
motion which receive the reaction of force have 
but little movement, consequently but little 
wear and friction. 

It has no dead center and but one valve, which 
is moved by the same motion which propels the 
fly-wheel without gear or slides. Instead of 
four valves to one cylinder, as is usual in Water 
Engines, the Chandler & Silver Engine contains 
but one simple valve which answers for port and 
exhaust for five cylinders, thus avoiding the 
friction of extra valve connections. 

The water has a direct passage from the pipe 
to each cylinder, saving the power usually ap- 
plied to force water through crooked passages. 
The exhaust is as frae as the port, no obstruction 
whatever. 

One half of the cylinders take water at the 
same time, — one is increasing while the other is 
diminishing, one is using the most when the 
other is the least This prevents a change in 
the speed of the water, thereby avoiding that 
pounding so common to Hydraulic Engines. 

We mention below some of the advantages of 
our Engines for any purpose where a power of 
from one to fifteen Horse Power is required. 

First. It is compact in form, occupies but 
little space, and has no springs or delicate work- 



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ing parts to pet out of order, and may be run 
many years witliout any expense fur repairs. 

Second. It makes no dirt, ciuses no extra 
insurance, throws out neitiier lieat or smell, re- 
quires no eiiKiiieer or attendance other than oc- 
casional oiling, and is always ready for use at 
any moment. 

TiiiKi). It nscs from thirty to lifty percent 
less water than any other Motor, for the reason 
that its construction is such tluit it is impussUdc 
for one drop of water to priKx t/irdurik icithonf do- 
ing its share of the xoork to Ix' dane, and there- 
fore is the most economical Motor that is made. 

Fouirrii. The consumjition of water is still 
further reduced by the Aito.matic VAUiADr.p: 
Sxr.oKK, an adjustment /y //r /V;u;!(? in no other ^ 
3/u/o/', which instantly decreases the thrust of, 
the pistons, and reduces the flow of water when ' 
there is less denianil for power, or less work to 
be done. | 

All Engines sold by us are guaranteed to give j 
satisfaction. Catalogues and price lists fur- 
nished on application. 

Cliaiuller WatiM* i>Ii>tor Co., offioe and 
salesroom 1321 W.-ishington Street, Factory l;]2 j 
Oliver Street, Boston. ' 



A. 31. Gardner, Jobber and Retailer of 
Hardware and Cutlery, 1321 Washington and -'io 
Waltham Streets. A store that has come to be 
knowni during the past eighteen years as a most 
desirable place at which to purchase anything 
in the line of fine Builders' Mechanical Tools, 
Hardware and Specialties, is that conducted by 
Mr. A. M. C^ardner at No. 1321 Washington and 
No. 33 Waltham Streets, and it is not surprising 
that a very large business has been built up, for 
the advantages held out to customers are too 
manifest to be passed ovei-, and when once deal- 
ings are begun with this house they are gener- 
ally continued. Mr. Gardner began the busi- 
ness in 1809, with less than $1,000 capital. Ilis 
store at that time was small and the stock 
carried was, although carefully selected, quite 
limited in comparison with the immense assort- 
ment of goods now handled. In 1871 a partner- 
ship was formed with Mr. M. A. (Jhandler which 
continued until 1887, when Mr. Chandler retired, 
and the business passed nnder the sole owner- 
ship and control of Mr. A. M. Gardner. The 
stock at present is one of the most extensive 
and complete in New England. Not only a first 
class line of Builders' Hardware is carried, but 
this house handles certain specialties in the 
hardware line not usually carried; in fact, it is a 
common expression among builders and 
imechanics, "If not to be found at (Jardner's it 
is useless to look elsewhere for it." This bus- 
ness, by careful attention to the wants of the 
trade and low i)rices, has grown to immense pro- 
portions, second to none in Boston, goods being 
sliipped to every section of the United States. 
The stock carried is one of the most extensive 



and comprises over ten thouxand different 
articles. The premises occupied are two large 
stores and hasetnents, employment being given 
to seventeen efficient assistants and both a job- 
bers' and retailers' trade carried on. Mr. 
(iardner is in a position to sell goods at the low- 
est market price, and the uniform reliability of 
the articles coming fioni his store has been 
often commented upon and is fully appreciated. 
.\ most com])lete and beautiful assortment of 
Cutlery is also offered to choose from, and goods 
of Foreign as well as of Don estic manufacture 
are always in stock. The store, has telephone 
connection and ])rompt and careful attention 
will be given every order. 



«J. AV. Hanlon. Harness Manufacturer, and 
Dealer in English Harnesses, Saddles, Bridles, 
etc.. No. 770 Albany Street, corner Chester 
Park. When one stops to think that the only 
connection between the horse and the carriage 




is the harness which is worn, and that on the 
strength of that harness depends the safety of 
the occupants of the vehicle, while on the fit 
and general arrangement of it depend the com- 
f(U-t and much of the speed of the horse, it -will 
be seen that it is worth while to use a little care 
and common sense at least in buying a harness. 
The good old rule of purchasing' of a manufac- 
turer whenever possible, should be followed in 
this case at all events, for no matter who the 
dealer is he cannot be assure of the quality of 
the goods he handles as is the man who made 
them. Mr. .1. \V. llanlon. of No. 770 Albany 
Street, opposite East Chester Park, has carried 
on his present enterprise since 1874, and is 
known to many prominent horsemen as one of 
the most skilltul and reliable harness makers 
in the city. The premises utilized measure 40 
x 20 feet, and employment is alYorded to four 
e.'cperiehced and careful assistants. No one who 
is a good judge of harness and leather, can ex- 
amine Mr. llanlon's stock without being im- 
pressed with its uniform excellence, and the 
same good ])oints are observable in the work 
done to order, which is furnished at the lowest 
market rates consistent with the use of the best 
material. 



GLIMPSES OF THE BACK BAY. 



By WM. HALE BECKFORD. 



When the sturdy band of Puritans whom John Winthrop led took their first 
lingering survey of " Mushauwoniuk," in 1630, from what is now Beacon Hill, they 
little thought that the long, low, marshy tract running off toward the south-west, 
along the shore of the Charles, would become the most beautiful part of the world's 
"Hub"; and to imagine spacious avenues and palatial residences arising from the ter- 
ritory of the river itself (as their enei'getic descendants followed the exam2:)le of the 
ancient Romans and Venetians in usurping the sea's domain), would have been far be- 
yond the pow'er of their wildest dreams. And while tiie nascent city, through all the 
wars and stirring changes of the colonial j^criod, the fierce controversies and ensan- 
gained uprisings of the revolutionary time, and the period of internal development, 
up to the middle of the present century, was steadily rising to its ])resent pre-emi- 
nence, the faintest conception of the possibility or utility of creating a new Boston 
amid the mud and shifting tides of the " Back-bay," does not seem to have ever 
dawned upon the inner consciousness of a solitary Bostonian, If such a brilliant 
intellectual event ever trnnsp'red, the modest discoverer succeeded marvelously well 
in keeping it a secret from the patent-office and the world at large. But about the 
middle of the present century, in the evolution of Boston, "a change came o'er the 
spirit" of the place, and a few rare minds followed out a line of investigations of 
vaster importance to the city's well-being, than any that had been made since the 
stern-lit eyes of its heroic defenders, glancing along the muzzles of their llint-locks, 
saw the broad backs of the red-coats gleaming and dancing in that extempore foot- 
race which immortalized the 17th of June, 1775. 

Among the earliest in directing public attention to this district, and the most 
energetic in its development, was Mr. Norman C. Munson, whose name will not rank 
far from the first among those to whom Boston owes most of its growth and power. 
As is always the case when a novel project is proposer!, the first attempts to have the 
commonwealth superintend the transformation of these useless Huts into valuable 
property, met with the most strenuous opposition from those narrow-minded obstruc- 
tionists from whom even Boston is not entirely free. But the inevitable movement 

went steadily forward, and about 1852 began to tnke definite sha2:>e. The common- 

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98 GLIMPSES OF THE B ACE-BAY. 

wealtli, to which the flats belonged, assigned the contract for filling them in to Mr. N- 
C. Munson, and doubt raj)idly passed into surprised delight and admiring applause, 
as the people opened their eyes to the fact that a "neio" Boston was coming into 
existence. The first contract resulted in the reclaiming with the best of real estate, 
over a million square feet of land, for which Mr. Munson received in payment two 
hundred and sixty thousand square feet of the ground he had, so to speak, made ; and 
for subsequent contracts which have changed what was formerly the narrowest part 
of Boston into the widest, he has received about the value of $7,000,000. The whole 
cost to the commonwealtii has been less than $1,750,000, and the receipts from the 
sale of the lands have exceeded $4,625,000 ; a round two hundred thousand acres yet 
remain to be disposed of, and the full fruition of this great movement will only be 
realized by distant generations. 

The old families of Boston, unlike the Roman patricians, who built only on the 
hills of the city, have displayed their usual originality and enterprise in the manner 
with which they have improved this manufactured land, and made out of it one of 
the most beautiful city districts in the world. The stately magnificence of Com- 
monwealth Avenue, in its successful blending of nature and art, and in its architectural 
effects, has no equal in this country, and in many respects is not unworthy of com- 
parison with the noted avenues of Europe, though of necessity it still lacks, and 
must for centuries, the mellowed and harmonious grace which only comes with age 
and traditional glory. Commonwealth Avenue has a width of two hundred and 
forty feet across and is over a mile and a half in length. Through its center, for the 
whole distance, runs a beautiful park with double rows of shade trees, making a 
delightful promenade. On each side of the park are Avide driveways, and the side- 
walks are also of unusual breadth. Near the beginning of the avenues, oi^posite the 
Public Garden, stands the statue of Alexander Hamilton, the first erected on the 
avenue. It was presented to the city, in 1865, by Mr. Thomas Lee, and was 
sculptured by Dr. Rimmer, — said to have been the first in this country made of 
granite. It is inscribed : " Alexander Hamilton, born in the Island of Nevis, West 
Indies, 11 January, 1757, died in New York, 12 July, 1804, — Orator, Writer, Soldier, 
Jurist, Financier. Although his particular })rovince was the Treasury, his genius 
pervaded the whole administration of Washington." Some distance further up the 
avenue stands the statue of John Glover, presented to the city by Benjamin Tyler 
Reed in 1875. Martin Milmore was the artist, and the form of the old revolutionary 
soldier is admirably reproduced. The statue is of bronze, and the effect of the pose, 
the old Continental uniform, and the sword and cannon is very striking. The in- 
scription reads as follows : "John Glover, of Marblehead, — a Soldier of the Revolu- 
tion. He commanded a regiment of one thousand men, raised in that town, known 
as the Maine regiment, and enlisted to serve through the war ; he joined the camp 
at Cambridge, June 22, 1775, and rendered distinguished service in transporting the 
army from Brooklyn to New York, August 28, 1776, and across the Delaware, Dec. 
25, 1776. He was appointed by the Continental Congress a Brigadier-General, Feb. 
21, 1777. By his courage, energy, military talents and patriotism, he secured the 
confidence of Washington, and the gratitude of his country. Born November 5, 



GLIMPSES OF THE BACK- BAY. 



99 



1732, died at Marblehead, January 30, 1797." The architectural grandeur of Com- 
monwealth Avenue, and of all the neighboring avenues in the Back Bay, well 
deserves the great pride which all Bostoninns take in it. The celebrated architect^ 
Richardson, and several home artists, have here displayed their finest conceptions and 
work. The results are unequalled in this country, and can stand comparison with 
European cities. 

The system of cross streets in this district is a fine example of the originality and 
resource of the Boston mind. Beginning Avith Arlington street wliich faces the Pub_ 
lie Garden, the streets crossing Commonwealth Avenue are named Berkeley, Claren- 
don, Dartmouth, Exeter, Fairfield, Gloucester, Hereford, etc. Thus the alphabet is 
followed in a more artistic and characteristic manner than is customary in most cities. 
The street names are also alternately trisyllabic and dissyllabic. 

Among the most prominent buildings in Commonwealth Avenue are the Hotel 
Vendome and the Brattle Square Churcli. 

t The Brattle Square Church, on the corner 



of Commonewealth Avenue and Clarendon 
street, presents a most attiactive as^^ect, it» 
principal feature being the tower, which 




with its tapering yet substantial beauty is one of the best known features of the Back 
Bay, It is modeled on the Italian style. On the four corners, near the top, are 
carved figures of angels, after the Renaissance. The whole exterior of the body of 
the church is a great architectural triumph, but the interior, though also very beauti- 
ful, proved of poor acoustic properties, and consequently the building was sold at 
auction by the church society in 1881. This society is one of the oldest in the city, 
dating back to 1699, at which time their first meeting-house was erected in old Brattle 
Square. This edifice was replaced by a larger and less primitive one in 1773, which 
was called the "Manifesto Church." This church was used as barracks by the British 
soldiers during tlieir Revolutionary occupancy of the city, and their treatment of it 



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illustrated well the Christian s])irit shown by the old country in her attempt to bring 
to submission her rebellious chiM. In the wall of the old ijiiildiiiijj a camion ball sent 
by the Continental I)aitery in Cambridge was long imbedde>d. Among other noted 
pastors of the old Brattle Square church was Edward Everett. 

The fine statue of Lief Eiicsson is one of the latest additions to Comrtionwealth 
Ave., and constitutes a worthy testimonial to the cliaracter and services of tlie famous 
dis(!Overer, as well as to the discriminating appreciation of the "Hub," and its cos- 
mopolitan si)irit. 





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Boylston street is considerably older than Conimonwealth Ave., and by reason of 
the many famous buildings situated on it, not less widely known. The Plotel Bruns- 
wick, on the corner of Boylston and Clarendon sts., rank-; among tlie first in this 
country, and is one of the most magniticent buildings in the city. It was built in 
1874, at a cost of nearly a million dollars, and was still further enlarged in 1876. It 
is 224 by 125 feet in dimensions, covering more than half an acre of ground ; is six 
stories high, and contains 85U rooms. The frame is of hrick, with dark sandstone 
trimmings, and the front with its variegated and artistic abutments, presents a stately 
and beautiful asi)ect. Its internal arrangements are fidly on a par with the exterior, 
the parlors and dining rooms being especially celebrated for their mngnificence. Here 
are often held college-class and alumni dinners, and it is also a favorite resort of the 
noted literary and other societies of this society-given city. The attractiveness of the 
Brunswick as of the Vendome, consists not a little in its situation, not only because 
it is at once in close ])ioxinrity to the railroads, and also the loveliest part of Boston, 
but the great iiuml)er of large, majestic buildings suriouiidiiig it give a rich setting 



GLIMPSES OF THE BACK-BAT. 



101 



that is rai'ely obtained by hotels in this country. It is also one of the obvious 
advantages of the Back- Bay, that it contains many justly world-famous hotels, 
which add to its fame and help to make known its beauties. Among other well-known 
hotels in the Bnck-Bay are the Berkeley, Victoria, Huntingdon, and Oxford, 
f 




The lioston Society of Natural History, on the corner of Berkeley and Boylston 
streets, adjoining the Institute of Technology, is also one of the intellectual land- 
marks of the city. It is constructed of brick and freestone, and with its great Corin- 
thian pillars and Parthenian roof, partakes of that mingled charm of stateliness and 
substantiability that distinguishes so many of the buildings of this section of the city. 
It is 80 feet in length, and its front on Berkeley street measures 105 feet. The seal 
of the society, bearing the head of the great French naturalist Cuvier is sculptured 
over the entrance. The first floor is divided into a lecture room, library, offices, and 
rooms containin<x Greolocrical and mineralogical collections. There is a gi*and hall on 
the second floor sixty feet high, with balconies, and here in profusion are natural ob- 
jects and specimens of great interest. The collections of birds, insects, plants and 
skeletons, contain many most remarkable curiosities and beauties of nature. The mu- 
seum is free to the public on Wednesdays and Saturdays, on other days a sliglit fee 
is charged for arlmittance. The Society was incorporated in 1831, and has counted 
among its members and benefactors many of the most distinguishel Bostonians. The 
late Dr. W". J. Walker, whose benefactions aggregated about 1200,000, was its chief 
benefactor. The building now occupied was erected in 1864, at a cost of $100,000, It 
is one of the marks of the true Bostonian spirit, that an institution of this character 
should be so successfully developed almost entirely by private means, the State only 



102 GLIMPSES OF THE BACK-BAT. 

giving the land on which it is now situated, and the work of the Society having been 
always self-supporting. 

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, about opposite the Brunswick, ranks 
among the first educational institutions in the land, and its fame for bestowing a 
thorough and practical scientific training is international. It was first incorporated in 
1861, for three distinct j)urposcs : to institute and maintain a Society of Arts, a Mu- 
•seum of Arts, and a School of Industrial Science. The Society has at |>resent a mem- 
Ijership in the neighborhood of three hundred. The Museum contains an extensive 
and valuable collection of machinery, models and drawings, casts, i)rints, architectu- 
ral plans, etc. The School of Science has upward of five hundred pupils, and 
is constantly extending its range of influence and resources. It receives aid from the 
2?J'ational Government by virtue of the Act of Congress to promote instruction in Ag- 
riculture, Mechanical Aris and Sciences, and Military Science and Practice, all of 
which are liberally provided for in its curriculum. Its President is Gen. Francis A. 
Walker, the chief of the Census Commission of 1880, and a distinguished j^olitical 
economist and statistician. Under his guidance the school has made great advances 
in recent years. The main building is a large classic structure of brick with freestone 
trimmings, and jJi'esents an imj^ressive appearance with its immense steps and high 
Corinthian pillars. A new building alongside of the first has been erected within a 
few years, and both are admirably adapted to the practical experimentation and prac- 
tice which necessarily constitute the greater part of the instruction. The large num. 
ber of machines, models and apparatus, are all of the best type, and the opportunities 
offered for work and study are of the highest in the country. There are ten courses, each 
of four years, civil and topographical engineering, mechanical engineering, geology "and 
mining engineering, building and architecture, chemistry, metallurgy, natural history 
science and literature, physics and an elective. The department of mechanic arts is 
especially famous for the scope and value of its manual instruction. The School of 
Industrial Design, maintained by the Lowell Institute Fund, is another highly ad- 
vanced and well known part of the Institute. Visitors are always welcomed and will 
find much of great interest in these buildings, representative of the spirit and progress 
of the age. 

Among the numerous buildings of great beauty in this immediate vicinity, the Bos- 
ton Young Men's Christian Association Hall, erected within a few years, takes a jjrom- 
inent place. The great beauty of its exterior is more than surpassed by the elegance 
and convenience of its interior arrangements. The reception room and parlors are 
fitted up in the highest style of refinement and artistic comfort, and the young men of 
Boston are certainly exceptionally blessed in the advantages offered by this institution. 
The gymnasium, though not among the largest, is one of the most thoroughly 
equipped and complete in the country. Every possible form of gymnastic exercise is 
here offered and indulged in. The large lecture hall of the Association is generally 
regarded as the best owned by any Y. M. C. A. in this country, and ranks among the 
best lecture halls of Boston. Several vdluablo courses of lectures are given here every 
season by the Association, and every department of this vast and influential work is 
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Boston Young Men's Christian Association, Boylston and Berkeley Sts. 

The present attractive building of tlie Association was dedicated nearly two years 
ago. With the exception of ihc Brooklyn Association building which has just been 
dedicated, it is the largest building of the kind which lias been erected for many years, 
and in this sense may be called new. 

The Association building is 105 feet front, 100 feet deep, 105 feci high at the high- 
est point. The land cost $97,000 ; the building and furniture, $203,000 ; the largest 
donations were one each of $25,000 and $10,000; twelve of $5,000; one of $3,000 and 
$2,500, (two in number) ; $1,000, forty in number. Alexander Cochrane was chair- 
man of the Finance Committee; Charles H. Freeland was chairman of the Building 
Committee; the architects were Messrs. Sturgis & Bridgham. 

The building contains the following rooms: Association Hall, seating 900; Choral 
Hall, seating 350; Lyceum, seating 200 ; Lecture Room, 250 ; Parlors, Library, Read- 
ing Room, Recreation Room; Class Rooms, fourteen in number; Lavatory; Coat 
Room ; Gymnasium, 40x95, with dressing roooms for 942. 

The exterior is deceptive in regard to size. It was intended by the architects to 
look like a great mansion. One docs not realize the amount of space inside until he 
passes through the building. 

The illustrations of the building give us as fair a representation of its appearance 
as may be expected from pen aii(i ink sketches. Tiie general plan of the interior is 
controlled by two ideas : first to i)laee the rooms in daily use on the first and second 
floors, those used twice or three times a week on the third floor ; those used once a 



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week or once a month 
oil the fourth and fifth 
floors. Second, to sep- 
arate the depnrtments 
of work so as to prevent 
tlieni from disturbing 
each other. The Choral 
Ilall for music classes is 
on the fifth fioor. The 
floors between tlie Asso 
ciation Ilall and Reading 
room, Library, and Re- 
ception and Recreation 
rooms are thoroughly 
deadened. Tiie noise 
from the Gymnasium is 
scarcely ever heard in 
the building. The sec- 
ond floor on wliich are 
the working rooms of 
tiie Association, viz: — 
parlor, secretary's oflSce 
business office, library, 

reading room, I ecreation room, clicks nnd checker room, lavatory, chapel and coat room 
is so arrnniccd that it can all be thrown together, making a splendid seriesot reception 




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rooms for special occasions. Fully five thousand people can move around in the build- 
ing. The library has 4500 volumes, with frequent additions of new books. The read- 
ing room hns twenty-nine dailies, soventy-five weeklies, three semi-monthlies, and forty- 
two monthlies. The grtnn.isimn is one of the best equipped and best managed in the 
country. Its bathing faciliUes mi} the very l)esi ; its systems of exercise are the result 
of long years of study on the p.irL of its superintendents. There are two paid in- 
structors, and a staff of experieiicod volunteer teachers. Eight young men have been 
graduated as superintendents lor otlier gymnasiums and more are studying for similar 
positions. About 1470 <litferi'nt yoimg men belonged to the gymnasium last year. 

The Boston Young Men's Christian Association was first organized Dec. 22, 
1851, and is the oldest Y. M. C. A. in this country, being preceded by only one other 
on the North American continent, that of Montreal, which was organized a week 
earlier. The first president of the Boston Y. M. C. A., was Francis O. Watts. "When 
first organized it occupied rooms on the corner of Washington and Summer streets, 
afterward from 1853 to 1872 in Tromont Temple, and from 1872, until it moved into 
its 2>rosent building, a large structure on the corner of Tremont and Elliot streets. 
Five hundred of its members enlisted in the defence of the Union during the civil 
war, and its Army Relief Committee raised $333,237.49, which was devoted to the 
work of the Christian Commission, in alleviating the condition of the soldiery. After 
the Chicago fire, also, over 134,000 was collected and sent to the sufferers, in addition 
to goods valued at $219,000. The present membership is between three and four 
thousand, and the influences for good it has inaugurated among the young men of 
Boston are incalculable. 

Back-Bay is further distinguished by the possession of two of the most beautiful 
church edifices in the new world, namely the N"ew Trinity, and the new Old South. 
The former is, taking all things into account, the " finest church edifice " in New 
England, and in many respects in the United States. This great edifice was completed 
in 1877, at a total cost of $750,000, and the society being very wealthy, without any 
incumbrance or debt. It is in the shape of Ja Latin cross of the French-Romanesque 
type, and a semi-circular apse is added to the eastern arm. The great central tower 
rises to the height of 211 feet, and the beauty of its architecture i>asses all description. 
The width of the church is 121 feet and the length 160 feet; the tower is 46 feet 
square on the inside ; the chancel is 57 feet deep by 52 wide. The stone eniployed in 
the body of the Church is Dedliam granite, with brown freestone trimmings, and the 
mosaic work of polished granite is especially beautiful. The interior is finished 
throughout the body of the church in black walnut, the vestibules with ash and oak, 
and the decorations are known among the most beautiful work of the celebrated New 
York artist LaFarge. The architects were Gambrill & Richardson, also of New 
York. The magnificent stained-glass windows were imported direct from Europe. 
The Trinity Society is one of the oldest in the city, and of the Episcopal Church, in 
the country, dating back to 172S. Many of the most fanious preachers and bishops 
of America have been among its rectors, and the present rector is Dr. Phillips Brooks, 
known throughout the country for his great eloquence, and as a leader of Christian 
thought. He is intimately connected with Ilarvaid University, and with the highest 
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The New Old South was erected in 1872 by the society formerly occupying the 
famous " Old South," about which cluster so many inspiring memories. Erected in 
1729, the scene of so many celebrated events, escaping narrowly from destruction in 
the fire of 1872, and already being encroached upon and threatened by its surround- 
ings, a most determined effort is being made by all who love the noble history of old 
Boston to perpetuate it for future generations. The new building on the corner of 
Dartmouth and Boylston streets, is, with the exception of Trinity Church, the finest 
church structure in New England. It was completed at a cost of 1500,000, the exte- 
rior material being Roxbury stone and freestone, and the interior finished in cherry. 
The area covered by the church is 200 by 90 feet, and the great tower rising at the 
southwest corner is 235 feet high. This magnificent triumph of architecture is one 
of the landmarks of the Back-Bay, and immediately impresses one with its stately 
yet delicate beauty. The whole exterior is most artistically built, and the interior is 
famous for its rich and elaborate coloring. The arched screen of Caen stone with 
pillars of Lisbon marble, which separates the church from the vestibules, is one of the 
handsomest pieces of architecture in the city. 

The Back-Bay numbers many church edifices, all of which are attractive and sub- 
stantial, many besides those we have mentioned, of great beauty. Among the best 
known of these are The First Church, Unitarian, Dr. Rufus Ellis, pastor, on Berke- 
ley street ; the Arlington Street Church, Dr. Channing's old church, on the corner of 
Arlington and Boylston streets; the Central Church, Congregational, corner of Berke- 
ley and Newbury streets, Dr. Joseph T. Duryea being its pastor, and which cost over 
$325,000, also possessing the highest steeple in the city, 236 feet ; the Church of the 
Disciples, of which the learned and esteemed late Dr. James Freeman Clarke Avas pastor ; 
the Berkeley Street Church, Congregational, under the pastorate of Dr. Wm. Burnet 
Wright ; and the Memorial Church to Theodore Parker, of the Twenty-eighth Con- 
gregational Society, of which that gifted man was once pastor. The religious spirit 
to which Boston has been devoted since the earliest days, is still maintained and cul- 
tivated earnestly. 

The Boston Museum of Fine Arts, corner of Dartmouth street and St. James ave- 
nue, may well engage the most careful attention of all visitors and admirers of Bos- 
ton. Already its fame as a center of the most beautiful and inspiring art of the con- 
tinent is becoming transatlantic, and all lovers of the aesthetic and artistic can here 
find almost unending enjoyment. In its exterior appearance it is one of the most 
beautiful buildings in this garden of beauty, where it is situated. It is not yet en- 
tirely completed, but rapidly assuming harmonious proportions. The chief building 
material is red brick, the friezes, mouldings, copings, and all the decorative work 
being of red and buff imported terra cotta, which is for the first time here used on a 
large scale in this country and presents a most pleasing effect. There are two large 
and magnificent facades upon the front of the building, one representing the " Genius 
of Art," by illustrations and types from remote antiquity until the present day, the 
other representing the union of " Art and Industry." Along the front are heads of 
distinguished artists, among whom are Copley, Crawford and Allston. The main 
entrance is one of the most beautiful sights in the city, with its wide marble steps, its 



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tall columns of polished granite, and terra cotta decorations. The first floor is devoted 
to antiquities and statuary, the second floor to paintings, engravings and bric-a-brac. 
The Egyptian and Greek Rooms contain antiquarian collections of exceptional value 
and interest, a goodly supply of mummies and liieroglyphics, the Greek viises, the 
Cyprian discoveries of Gen. di Cesnola, and the celebrated Olympian cnsts being the 
most generally admired. The works of Michael Angelo in the Roman nnd Reuais- 
sance rooms, constitute one of the most valuable features of the whole collection. 
The Ariadne of the Vatican is a most striking and beautiful figure, which meets one 
on the stairway. Among innumerable other attractions, we might mention as espe- 
cially worthy of study, the masterpieces of Stuart, Copley, AUston, Reynolds, Rubens, 
Courbet, Fromentiiie, LeBrun, Guido, Correg^io and Velasquez. The " Belshazzar's 
Feast," of Allston, and " King Lear," by Benjamin West, and a number of pieces by 
the modern French School, are of commanding interest. Tlic Royal French Tapes- 
tries, the Persian fabrics, the Chinese, Japanese, Dresden, Sevres, Delft, and Wedge- 
wood wares, the Venetian glasses, and the Lawrence Room, also possess a high flavor 
for the initiated into the rare beauties of art. The Gray collection of Engravings, 
and the cartoon by Delaroche, " Christ the Hope and Support of the Aftiicted," 
should also be seen by those unwilling to miss some of the greatest attractions of this 
grand collection. The Boston Water Power Company, which was largely interested 
and influential in the creation of the Back-Bay, presented the land on which the Art 
Museum now stands, to the city, with the condition that it should be used for a pub- 
lic square, or for the site of a museum of the fine arts. In 1870, this lot, containing 
91,000 square feet and enclosed by streets on nW sides, was entrusted by the city to 
the corporation which had been recently formed. By the subscriptions of the public 
nearly $250,000 was raised, and the building was commenced in 1871, the architects 
being Sturgis & Brigham of this city. The part now completed was opened in 1876, 
and since that time has been one of the most popular resorts in the city, next perhaps 
to the Public Library, When entirely finished the building will constitute a vast 
quadrangle enveloping two great courts, after the style of the European palaces. 
During the first three-fourths of 1878, the visitors to the Museum were about 100,000, 
and this number has since been steadily increxsing. In response to an appeal made 
to the public by the institution, in 1878, while only §100,000 was asked for, |!l-25,000 
was subscribed, and a large addition made on the St. James avenue side to the original 
section. Harvard University, the Institute of Technology, the Lowell Institute, the 
Athenaeum and the Public Library, are all represented in the Board of Trustees, as 
is also the City and State and City Boards of Education. The Museum is open daily 
on week days from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.; on Saturday and 
Sunday admittance is free, at other times the fee is twenty-five cents. One has hard- 
ly seen Boston without a considerable acquaintance with its highly developed artistic 
side as represented in this superb institution. 

The Boston Art Club, though somewhat overshadowed by the fame of its younger 
contemporary, is widely known for the rare beauty and value of its collections. It was 
organized by the artists of Boston in 1855, and has exerted a strong and beneficent influ. 
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and Dartmouth streets, tine exhibitions of paintings, etchings, etc., are given in the 
winter and spring of every year, and these events are of great importance iu the 
art season. Many of the most cultured people of Boston are members of this society. 
Already this section of the Back-Bay is witnessing the erection of a new building 
which, for many reasons, will be one of the most celebrated in the city and the country; 
we refer to the New Public Library. This institution, which since its inception in 
1848, has held so influential a position in the life of the city, has been rapidly out- 
growing its present quarters on Boylston street, and will soon occupy the most mag- 
nificent public library building in the world. The architects, Messrs. McKiin, Mead 
& White, of Xew York and Boston, have been working upon the design of this im- 
mense and costly building for a year, and now that work has begun, a description of 
how the new library M'ill appear among the other great art works of the Back-Bay, 
when it is completed, which is expected to take about three years, cannot fail to be 
of great interest to all lovers of Boston. The estimate of the building places the 
cost at $1,175,000, and it is the determination of all inteiested, that money shall not be 
spared in creating a structure worthy of the city's fame. The lot which the building 
is to occupy is situated on Copley Square, and is 254 by 264 feet in dimensions. The 
old Roman style has been chosen as most in keeping with the stateliness and simple 
grandeur of the insiitution, and the mingled richness and charming naturalness of its 
exterior, must prove of striking beauty, situated as it is among so many other build- 
ings of a more complex and elaborate style of art. The building will be constructed 
of Milford granite, whose rich warm color and extreme durability are well known. 
It will be very nearly 218 feet square, and along the upper half of all four sides will 
run a beautiful arcade w'lih. its strong restful lines, in perfect harmony with the rest 
of the structure. The great windows of stained glass in this arcade will furnish an 
abundant supply of light, which will be increased by windows opening into an inner 
court 100x135 feet, the j^lan being to make a quadrangular building on a similar 
jirinciple as the Art Museum and English-High and Latin School is constructed. 
This inner court will form a most delightful retreat, having in its center a large foun- 
tain, and seats for readers during the warm summer days. The doorway in the center 
of the front will be trijjle arched, and of the same stern and noble style as the rest. 
On each side will be groups of statuary representing the Arts and Sciences, and in 
the center solitary figures of Philosojjhy and History. Semi-circular granite seats 
add to the attractiveness. Within the door one will find himself in a great vestibule 
55x16 feet, through which he passes into the grand marble entrance hall, 37x44 feet. 
Then comes the grand staircase, leading from the first floor, which will be devoted to 
the working departments of the library, up to the reading room. This staircase will 
be of the finest Sicilian marble, each step being twenty feet long, and will be resplen- 
dent in its whiteness and puiity. The reading room, to be known by the familiar 
name of "Bates Hall," on the second floor, will be the most magnificent room in the 
building It will extend along the Avhole two hundred and eighteen feet, and be forty- 
two feet wide and fifty high, with a grand vaulted roof. The woodwork will be of 
polished oak, and the effect of its brilliantly decorated and gracefully arched ceiling, 
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paralleled by anything at present on this side tlie water. At the two ends of this 
immense hall will be small semi-domed spaces, separated from the rest of the hall by 
carved oaken screens. The rest of the lower and upper floors, Avith the exception of 
those parts of the two sides opening into Bates Hall, immediately contiguous to it, 
will be devoted entirely to the storing of its immense collection of books, and before 
the century closes it is probable that this building will contain one of the largest li- 
braries the world has ever known. The shelves on which the books will rest will be 
arranged in six stories, each seven and a half feet in height. The well-grounded 
pride which Bostonians have always taken in their inimitable public library will not 
unnaturally or unreasonably be steadily increased, as during the next three years this 
grand structure develops into harmonious propoi'tions ; and when it stands forth in 
its perfected beauty it will mark, not without deep significance, the presence of a new 
era in the education of the people, when what Cai-lyle calls the "true university," a 
great library, will have reached a position unrivalled in history. 

Hitherto our study of the Back-Bay has been chiefly confined to Commonwealth 
Avenue and Boylston .Street. With all their beauty, however, these do not contain the 
only or the greater part of its beautiful attractions. In former days, old Beacon street 
was the street of Boston, but since the genesis of the Back-Bay, its sometime glories 
have slowly paled before the more modern spirit and enterprise of the avenues in 
this section. The prolongation of old Beacon street into the Back-Bay, commonly 
known as the Mill-Dam, was the favorite racing and pacing thoroughfare of the city. 
But its honors have also paled before that of a younger rival — namely, the famous 
Brighton Road. When the Mill Dam was first completed in 1821, it was generally 
considered a gigantic achievement, but more recent workings in the Back-Bay district 
have overshadowed it considerably. The six hundred or more acres of flats, which 
it originally enclosed, have all been rescued from the tide, and the D.ira itself is now 
no longer a dam but a well-regulated, high-toned avenue with many beautiful and 
famed private residences upon it. During the height of its glory, that is to say ui> 
to within a few years, a most lively scene could be witnessed here daily, as the proud 
owners of the fastest horses in the city drove dashingly along to the tune of '2,S0 or 
lower. In the winter, when the jingling sleighbells, and laughing maiden voices 
touched with silver the frosty air, the scene was one of continual beauty and fascina- 
tion. But its glory has departed, and quieter days come upon it, so that it now 
threatens to become as staid and slow-going as its ancient namesake, with its hoary 
traditions looking loftily down ui)on the Common it has known for some two hundred 
and fifty yeai's. Perhaps the change is for the better, and it certainly is more in ac- 
cord with the elegance and style which have made the residences immediately facing 
upon the water among the handsomest of this whole select region. One has not to 
go far, however, to see the re2)etition of these old Mill-Dam days, for new Beacon 
street runs into the " Brighton Road," where the racing is even faster, and the sleigh- 
ing more exuberant than of old. This famous course, like the Boulevard of New 
York, is well known throughout the land to all the modern " equites." West Chester 
Park, though not a park at all, is one of the best known and most beautiful of the 
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Hotel, and runs from the Charles river, turning at Falmouth street, completely across 
the city, developing into an actual park toward its latter end. Being 90 feet wide and 
most carefully and pleasantly laid out througli the Back-Bay district, it is destined to 
be one of the most beautiful avenues in tlie vicinity, or tlie country, and already some 
of the handsomest and costliest residences of the Back-Bay have been erected upon 
it. A bridge is to be built, running across the Charles River from the end of West 
Chester Park into Cambridge, wliich will be the shortest and pleasantest route from 
Harvard University into Boston. Its completion will be a valued public work. 




THE VICTOKIA nOTEL. 

Among the other fine avenues of the Back-Bay, Huntington, Columbus, at its ui> 
per end, and St. James avenues, Newbury and Marlborough streets, are perhaps most 
worthy of mention. Each is distinguished by many beautiful buildings, and the care- 
fulness and superior beauty with which it is laid out. Huntington especially, is sure 
to become one of the most famous in the city. Many handsome residences have been 
laid out upon it, and, in 1881, a most noteworthy building, the permanent exhibition 
halls of the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association. This building cost 
$400,000, and is one of the lai-gest ever erected in the country. Its front on Hunt- 
ington avenue is 600 feet, and on West Newton street 300 feet, being 345 feet wide 
in its widest part. The space covered amounts to 96,000 square feet. The style of 
architecture is after the Renaissance, with considerable freedom in the treatment, and 
the material used was red brick with free-stone trimmings and terra-cotta oroaraents. 
Graceful arches rise one above another almost to the roof, and many symbolical art 
representations are portrayed on the outer walls. Among these are the heads of 
Franklin, representing electricity, and Oakes Ames, representing railroads. The east- 
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and ninety feet high. The immense entrance on Huntington avenue is a massive and 
imposing piece of work, constructed of stone :ind brick intermingled, and with a fine 
tiled roof. The interior arrangements are as tasteful and convenient as extensive. 
Offices, administration rooms, a great exhibition li.ill, the main hall at the west end, 
art exhibition rooms with balconies, stU'lios, and a huge music hall, answer admirably 
and exhaustively every purpose which could be asked for in the immense exhibitions 
given by this association every few ye.irs, known throughout Xew England and the 
Atlantic States as the " Mechanics Fair." The value and necessity of the building 
is demonstrated by the enormous crowds which fill it to overflowing week after week. 
This association is one of the oldest of its kind in the country, and has exercised a 
great influence in the industrial progress of the Bay State. It was founded in 1795, 
and incorporated in 1806. It formerly occupied a handsome building in Chauncy 
street, which cost >>325, 000 and is a very wealthy association. 

Among many other notable and handsome buildings within the range of the Back- 
Bay, may be mentioned the Odd Fellows Hall, on the corner of Berkeley and Tre- 
raont streets, a five story building, covering 1*2,000 square feet of ground, and of im- 
posing appearance ; N(;tre Dame Academy and Convent, on Berkeley street, near 
Boylston, not unworthy in its appearance of its surroundings ; and the great depot 
of the Providence Railroad, which is within a minute's walk of Boylston sti'eet, and 
ranks among the most beautiful railroad depots in the world, being too well known to 
need detailed description here. 

Back-Bay Park from its character and that of such streets as Commonwealth Av,, 
Boylston and VV^ost Chester, is in reality one of the most beautiful of parks. There 
are, however, several smaller parks here, both in existence now and to be in the future, 
not unworthy of mention. The great park of the Back-Bay will not be completed for 
three or four years, although much has been already expended upon it. With two 
such parks as the Common and the Public Garrlen, most large cities would have rest- 
ed content, but the " Hub" has disjilayed its usual spirit in planning a series of great 
parks, the first of which is to be situated on the water side of the Back-Bay district. 
The first step in this movement was taken in 1874, when a commission, consisting of 
the Mayor, two aldermen and three citizens at large, was appointed to study and de- 
vise concerning the matter of new parks. This Park Commission was authorized by 
the City Council, in 1877, to purchase not less than one hundred acres of land on the 
flats of the Back-Bay, to be converted into a magnificent water-side park, the land not 
to cost over ten cents a foot. In this way, three great ends were achieved : the work 
of redeeming the land in this section was forwarded, and a great step was taken in 
beautifying this lovely section, and an admirable basis was obtained by its relation to 
Commonwealth avenue and the Public Cxarden for the proposed series of parks, 
which is to include all pans ot the growing city, all being connected by park-roads 
on the plan of Commonwealth avenue, thus making this city even more worthy of 
the preeminence already achieved among the most beautiful cities of America. In 
1877, a loan of $450,000 was authorized by tiie city government to forward this move- 
ment, and in February, 1878, yet more land was purchased, so that this park when 
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was appropriated for the purcliase of land, and 825,000 for filling, grading, surveying 
and laying out the park. The sides of the park will rest partially in Beacon street, 
Brookline avenue. Long wood avenue, and Parker street, having an entrance from 
each. This magnificent park, whicli will be nearly three times as large as the Com- 
mon, and five times as large as the Public Garden, though it will lack the historic 
traditions of the two latter, will yet in time have a glory all its own not unworthy of 
comparison, and can but add in an almost unimaginable measure to the continually 
increasing beauty of the Back-Bay. 

Our sketches hitlierto have been chiefly of the external appearance of the Back- 
Bay, as represented by many of its greatest features. Into its inner life it is not 
given to those outside, nor for that matter to many of those within it, to penetrate 
very far, yet a few references can help, perhaps, to picture the life that animates this 
center of the social sphere of the Hub. Most of the light on this side of Boston, the 
Back-Bay, will be foiiiid in the numerous novels that have been written about the city 
and its inhabitants, such as James' " Bostonians," Howell's " Silas Lipham" and 
"The Minister's Charge." The social exodus into the Back-B«y and its revolutiona- 
ry effects, to a great extent are fresh in the memories of all. It is not merely a matter 
of the " JVbuveau riches,^^ but many of the old families have left their ancestral halls, 
until the greater part of the bon-ton have become residents of the old time flats, but 
now beautiful " new lamV; and so a manner of life has been developed far different 
from any that the old Puritan fathers and founders of the city could have imagined. 
Indeed, it is not likely that it has ever had an exact parallel in the world's history. 
Luxury there is in abundance, yet tempered by an intellectual tone which makes it, 
on the whole, of a higher, more cultivated sort than any other form of luxury known 
to this country, at least, and which removes the glare and false show entirely, which 
so often attends wealth of less than a half-dozen generations' growth. Exclusive- 
ness, too, is not without a place in the social economy of the ]5ack-Bay, and yet it is 
so affected and permeated by the old " Yankee " qu ility of sturdy independence of 
thought, that it seems more of an intellectual cast than of the purely gilded or old- 
family type. Perhaps there is no large city in the world, where intellectual and ar- 
tistic power are more readily or widely appreciated and honored, apart from all other 
considerations, than in this center of American thought, and even in the exclusive 
Back-Bay. One cannot study what extra Bostonians of this and other countries at- 
tribute to it as faults for any length of time without finding them linked very closely 
with some very appreciable virtues. The old New England flavor of character and 
life yet lingers and touches with its strong colors the liie of the Back-Bay and its in. 
habitants, and though Bostonians themselves are not blind to faults within their own 
borders, yet the merits of all its various sections are not rated much too high. The 
kindly spirit of the Back-Bay folk is thoroughly evidenced in eveiy good work, with 
which no spot on earth, in all j)robability, is more blessed than Boston. The innu- 
merable efforts for the nurture of unfortunate children, the help and advancement of 
the poor, the especial care which is given to the education of the young people, the 
large avenues throu'^h which the church work penetrates all parts of the city, all 
meet with cordial sympathy, and, most earnest forwarding in this region. Many so- 
cieties such as those of which the "Society to Encourage Studies at Home," under the 



GLIMPSES OF THE BACK-BAY.'[ 115 

management of Miss Annn E. Ticknor, and other Boston ladies, is a marked example 
illustrating the spirit which yet prompts and dictates the duty-loving activities of 
Boston's rich society. On tlie more social side, the brilliance yet quiet refinement of 
the society life in the Back-B ly is the characteristic which is perhips most striking. 
A feeling of rivalry is sometimes declared in other great cities of the continent, but 
it finds little echo here. If there is one thing above another for which all Bostonians 
are remarkable, it is their supreme self-contalnedaess, if we may coin the word. They 
do not feel the need, as a general rule, (though perhaps it would be too mnch to say 
that there are not exceptions,) of looking to any other center, be it American, or 
English, or French, for the main principles and customs of tlieir social life. In this it 
would seem that the influence of the life which centers about the Back-Bay, cannot 
but be of great good at this period of our country's history. The influence of the 
gi'eat leaders in literature, art and science, who have for generations been nurtured in 
Boston, and who today form so large a number of the leading men and women in the so- 
cial life of the Back-Bay, is felt throughout it all. As we said before, however, it ix but 
glimpses, scattei-ed here and there, that can be obtained by temporary acquaintance 
with this part of the Hub, and this applies even more forcibly to the social life 
than to its outward form and artistic expression, in the representative local sketches 
of places, institutions and buildings which we have given. The commercial life of 
the Back-Bay is necessarily and chiefly of a retail and miscellaneous character. With- 
in the borders of the Back-Bay are situated some of the highest and most reliable re- 
tail firms in the city, and almost every branch of commerce has representatives, al- 
though from its nature there is little or no manufacturing of great extent. All these 
industries are fittingly represented in the immense displays which are given by the 
M. C. M. A. at their fairs. The fact should not be forgotten that this district is the 
home of the largest number of most successful business men of the city, and it is of 
course evident that nowhere else will be found such magnificent results of the old 
New England thrift, industry and genius for commercial enterprise, which other peo- 
ple, in vain emulation, have been wont to dub as the "Yankee spirit." This region 
is its paradise on its material side, and the old fact though new doctrine of the "sur- 
vival of the fittest," finds a brilliant exemplification here in the financial prosperity of 
the descendants of these stern-hearted people, whose integrity was as unflinching as 
their faith. From whatever side we approach it, the Back-Bay, its appearance, its in 
habitants, and its life, form a most interesting study, worthy of a modern epic, which- 
perhaps will yet be written by some of its literary sons. The side glances which we 
have given here show but a very small part of its beauty and power, for a complete 
picture of which volumes would need be compiled ; but if we shall have succeecfed in 
portraying points of interest to those who have never seen them, and given familiar 
touches to things recognizable by those who have long loved what appertains to Bos- 
ton, as only Bostonians can, we shall not have traversed this lovely region in vain. 
Nor can we refrain from the hope that those to whom all these things we have men- 
tioned are yet pictures of the mind, may have been excited to a livelier appreciation 
of them, and to an effective resolution to see and judge of for themselves, what has 
never yet been, and, not unlikely, never will be adequately described by the jn-n, tl)e 
superb and delightful Back-Bay of Boston. 



LEADIXG BUSINESS MEN 



OF THE 



BACK-BAT. 



"The Belmont" Natural Spring: Wa- 
ter, Geoifje II. Cotton, Prop., Office and Depot 
71 Chestnut Street. Pure water is at least as 
essential to health as pure air or pure food, and 
the more sedentary the occupation of a person 
is the more careful should he be to use Pure 
Water, as where there is not a great deal of out- 
door exercise taken, the use of impure water 
is especially harmful. The general prevalence 
of Kidney disease, Constipation, Dyspepsia, etc., 
is largely due to the harmful effects of the im- 
pure water drank, and it is now conceded by 
tlie most advanced physicians that the cui'e or 
alleviation of any of these dangerous disorders 
is best effected by dieting and exercise rather 
than by the medicines, and that a really pure 
water is a powerful and well nigh indispensable 
aid to recovery. Pure water is unfortunately 
not so common an article as many people believe 
it to be, but still it may be had if sought for in 
the right place, and no better place can be found 
than the headquarters of "The Belmont Spring 
Water," at Xo. 71 Chestnut St., Boston. "The 
Belmont" Spring is located on high land in the 
town of Belmont, Mass., and being isolated and ^ 
elevated above all sources of contamination, 
supplies a drinking loater that is cordially en- 
dorsed by physicians, and is highly recommend- 
ed for people troubled with the diseases before 
mentioned, as well as for everybody that believes 
"an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of 
cure" and wants to be secure against all such 
disorders. This water has been supplied to the ■ 
public %ince 187G, and is firmly established in 
popular favor. The proprietor of the spring, Mr. 
George H. Cotton, has, in response to the solici- 
tation of many customers, made arrangements 
for aerating the water, and as these arrange- 
ments have proved most efficient and satisuc- 
'tory, he now places on the market not only 
'The Belmont" Natural Spring Water but also 
tlie same water aerated, together with "The 
Belmont Spring Standard Soda Water. These 
carbonated waters are conceded by good judges 
to be superior to any others, either Foreign 
or Domestic, and have met with a very large 
sale. "The Belmont" Natural Spring Water is 



brought fresh daily in glass vessels from the 
spring to the Boston Depot, 71 Chestnut Street, 
and is delivered in quantities to suit the pur- 
chaser at moderate rates. Every provision is 
made for the accommodation of patrons and a 
trial order is sure to be followed by others. 



J. G. Godding & Co., Apothecaries 
Dartmouth Street, cor. Newbury. There are 
certain peculiarities about the business of the 
apothecary which give it a unique position 
among other trade-enterprises, for it is indis- 
putable that an educated and competent apoth- 
ecary is at least as much of a professional man 
as he is a merchant, and in fact the ordinary 
outcome of the hazy views held by the general 
public on the matter, is that he is judged by 
the standards applicable to both pursuits, and 
condemned if he be found wanting in either of 
them. To successfully conduct a first-class city 
pharmacy is therefore, as will readily be seen, 
no light task and on this account all the more 
credit is due to those who have solved the prob- 
lems involved in so doing and gained an ex- 
tended reputation for reliability and strict in- 
tegrity. Such a record has been made by the 
concern known as J. G. Godding & Co., located 
at the corner of Dartmouth and Newbury 
Streets and there are few if any similar estab- 
lishments which have won so high and assured 
a position during the comparatively few years 
which have elapsed since operations were be- 
gun. Messrs. J. G. Godding & Co., opened 
their present store in 18S4 and now do a busi- 
ness as remarkable for its character as for its 
magnitude, as a specialty is made of prescrip- 
tion trade and a large proportion of the many 
orders received are included witbin this depart- 
ment. One floor and a basement, are occupied 
and it is one of the most elegantly appointed 
pharmacies in Boston and enjoys a large pat- 
ronage among the leading families in the Back 
Bay, and a fine and complete assortment of 
Drugs and Medicines is carried. Five assistants 
are employed and orders filled at all hours 
without delay and at reasonable rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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E. J. H. Trask, Upbolstery and Drape- 
ries, Window Shades and Wire Screens a 
Specialty. Venetian Blinds, Brass and Nickel 
Kods. 174 Columbus Avenue. It is in the 
furnishing and draping of a house, in the taste- 
ful selection and arrangement of the many arti- 
cles going to fill out the bare shell of the 
building, that a pleasing and home-like effect is 
obtainable and it is just here that many people 
make a mistake in relying on their individual 
judgment when they might be materially aided 
and the result of their labors greatly improved, 
by the counsel and direction of some one who 
has made a special study of house decoration. 
Such a one is Mr. E. J. H. Trask, doing busi- 
ness ac No. 174 Columbus Avenue, and no one 
can converse wfth this gentleman on the sub- 
ject mentioned without being impressed by his 
thorough knowledge of it and his evident de- 
sire to assist his customers to the extent of his 
ability in cases where his guidance is request- 
ed. Mr. Trask was born in Boston and is a 
member of the Free Masons. He opened his 
present store in 1S87 and has already been fa- 
vored with many orders, his business showing 
a marked and steady increase week by week. 
One floor and a basement are occupied of 
the dimensions of 25x.55 feet and employment 
is afl'orded to five efiicient assistants. Uphol- 
stering of every description will be done at 
short notice and in a thoroughly satisfactory 
and durable manner, for every facility is at 
hand for the filling of such orders and repair- 
ing is given particular attention. Window- 
Shades and Wire-Screens are also made a 
specialty and Venetian Blinds, Brass and Nick- 
el Rods are largely handled. Mr. Trask's 
prices are very low and all articles leaving his 
establishment are warranted to prove as repre- 
sented. Mr. Trask's customers are among the 
leading families of the Back Bay and also in 
the suburban districts. Among the elegant res- 
idences decorated by him we take pleasure in 
refering to the following: Mr. Oakes Ames of 
Newbury Street, Mr. J. B. Kendall of Common- 
wealth Avenue, Mr. C. H. Andrews of the Boston 
Herald Mrs. Wentworth of Commonwealth Av- 
enue. " The Abbotsford" at 300 Walnut Ave- 
nue, Highlands, owned by J. N. Smith. The 
Gen'l Burnside estate of Providence Pk,. I., Wal- 
ter Potter of Nantasket, C. H. Crump and 
Major Shreve of Shreve, Crump and Low. 

Office of Brewster, Cobb & Estabrooke, 35 
Congress Street, Boston, 
Mr. E. J. H. Trask— Dear Sir: 

It gives me pleasure to say that all the woi-k 
you have done forme is very satisfactory, and 
has been done promptly and in a first-class 
manner. Yours truly. C. H. Watson. 



T. H. Diig-jraii & Co., No. 141 Dart- 
mouth Street, Plumber and Sanitary Engineer, 
Dealer in Fine Plumbing Materials and the la- 
test Sanitary Specialties. First-class work only. 
Reasonable Rates. Orders from All Parts and 
Jobbing promptly attended to. Telephone No. 
4165. Everybody is familiar with one type of 
Plumber — the man who knows ii all and who 
I'efuses to be taught anything new. It makes 
no difference how valuable an improvement 
may be submitted to hira— he don't want 



anything to do with it. Show him a patent 
trap which avoids much of the danger from 
Sewer Gas, and he will smile contemptuously 
and say that "they didn't use such things 
when he learned his trade and he guesses he 
can get along without them now." Now this 
picture is not overdrawn. There are plenty of 
such fossils right here in Boston, and as we all 
want to have our Plumbing and Repairing done 
by a man who is alive to the needs of the hour 
and who is fully up with the latest scientific 
progress in his business, we should use some 
care in the placing of our orders. No mistake 
will be made if Mr. T. H. Duggan, of No. 141 
Dartmouth Street, be patronized for this gentle- 
man has not only had long experience in Sani- 
tary Plumbing but is known to do first-class 
work only. His trade is very largely in the 
Back Bay section, and specimens of his work will 
be found in many of thejfinest residences. He 
makes a specialty of the use and sale of fine 
plumbing materials and the latest and most ap- 
proved sanitary specialties. He was in business 
on Tremont Street, some ten years but re- 
moved to his present quarters in 1885. This 
store is a spacious one being 20x60 feet in di- 
mensions and contains a very large and varied 
stock, employment being given to from 12 to 20 
competent assistants. Mr. Duggan's rates are 
very reasonable and orders and jobbing work of 
every description will be promptly and thor- 
oughly attended to. Telephone 4165. Mr. 
Duggan's residence is at 130 Camden St., where 
in cases of emergency he can be found after 
working hours. 



P. Edwards & Son, Fine Groceries, Under 
Hotel Berkeley. It would probably be difiicult 
to find another establishment in the city enjoy- 
ing precisely the same class of trade as that 
carried on by Messrs. Edwards & Son, under 
Hotel Berkeley, for this house have, from the 
inception of their business in 18S2, made it an 
invariable rule to handle only such supplies as 
they could conscientiously recommend, and, 
as a consequence, have secured the patronage 
of the most exclusive class of trade. There is 
one floor occupied, of the dimensions of 60 x 70 
feet, and the premises cout lin as flue an assort- 
ment of the very choicest f.imily stores as is to 
be found in New England. It has been care- 
fully and personally selected, for the most part, 
by either the senior or junior member of the 
firm, and is offered at the very lowest rates at 
which it can be handled at retail. The produc- 
tions of some of the most famous manufactu- 
rers in the world are included within it, and in 
I the line of Canned Goods alone, inducements 
I are offered which are well worthy of careful at- 
tention. The Table Condiments, Sauces, Rel- 
j ishes, etc., in stock are such as have received 
I the repeated and enthusiastic endorsement of 
the most noted bon vlva.nts and epicures, and noth- 
ing is sold that cannot be fully and unreserv- 
I edly warranted. Under these circumstances it 
} is not surprising that the utmost confidence has 
i been established between this concern and its 
I patrons, and that the sales show a marked an- 
nual increase. Ten competent assistants are 
employed and the most prompt and courteous 
I attention shown to all callers. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



O'Brien fSrotliers, Fish and Oysters, Park 
Square and (>.] Cliarles Street, also Beverly 
Farms and Manchester by the Sea. The man 
who said that "he preferred beef to any kind of 
food except when he was eating fish" is not the 
only one who holds similiar opinions, for that 
lish is one of tlie most 
7)opul;ir foods the world 
over, is known and ap 
preciated by everybody. 
Well, there is certainly 
no reason why it should 
not be, for it is not only 
healthful, finely flavored 
and easy to cook, but is 
one of tlie cheapest food 
products in the market. 
Of course its f]fot)dDess 
depends in a great meas- 
ure upon its freshness 
and cleanliness, and the 
only practical way for 
the consumer to satisfy 
himself that he is sup- 
plied with fish that is all 
that could be desired in 
these repects is to pur- 
chase it of a concern 
both reputable and en- 
iterprising. Such a firm 
is that of O'Brien Bros., 
'doing business in Park ' 
Square, and everything 
coming from their store i 
may be unquestionably accepted in the perfect 
confidence that it will prove just as represented 
in every respect. No doubt it is to tlie early 
public appreciation of this fact that the house 
alluded to owes much of its rapid and excep- 
tional success, for operations were only begun 
in 1877 at Charles Street, and the Park Square 
store opiMied September lS87,and a fine and grow- 
ing trade has already been established. Tiie 
members of the firm are Bostonians by birth and 
give close personal attention to their business. 
The stores occupied measure 30 x 50 feet, ! 
eight assistants are employed, and a very large 
and desirable assortment of Fresh and Salted ! 
Fish, Oysters, Clams, Lobsters, etc., offered at 
prices as low as the goods are superior. 




Georg-e S. Mansfiold, Upholsterer and 
Cabinet Maker, 20 Charles Street. There are 
lew if any housekeepers that would not be glad 
to learn of an upholstery establishment where 
the very best of work is done, and this infor- 
mation would be all the more acceptable were 
it accompanied by the statement that the prices 
charged were as low as the work done was first- 
class. Therefore we are sure that many of our 
readeis will thank us for calling their attention 
to the enterprise carried on by Mr. George S. 
Mansfield at No. 20 Charles Street, for both the 
good i^oints we have alluded to are secured by 
placing orders here. Mr .Mansfield began opera- 
tions in 18S'i and lias since executed many 
especially difficult commissions. He has every 
convenience ai liand for the accomplisiiment of 
Batisf.actory results and empl.)ys three assistants 
who arc capable of doing first-class work. The 
premises occupied, measure 22x40 feet and are 
centrally located and very easy of access. A 



postal card dropped to Mr. Mansfield, will re- 
sult in work being called for and the same will 
be returned promptly when completed without 
extra charge. Parlor, Dining Room and Libra- 
ry P'urniture stufi'ed to order. Old furniture 
restulTed and repaired. Drapery made to or- 
der. Old ones changed to modern styles. Mat- 
trasses and Spring Beds made to order or re- 
paired. French Mattrasses a specialty. Shades 
furnished to order. Particular attention given 
to cushions for Yachts, Window Seats or Furni- 
ture and warranted to fit. Curtains taken 
down and carefully packed away. Laces and 
Shades washed. Carpets taken up, beaten, re- 
fitted and laid in the best manner at reasonable 
prices. General repairing of furniture, etc., and 
jobbing work of all descriptions. 



Kenny & Clark, Established 1829., 22 
Charles Street, Chas. Kenny, E. L. Clark. 
Everybody recognizes that sometimes money is 
" spent" and sometimes it is " invested." If a 
man buys lieal Estate at a fair price, he does 
not "spend" his money — he " invests" it — or in 
other words — he places it where he expects a 
return from it, and cannot be called extrava- 
gant, even if he makes use of all his available 
funds. Now many people never think of put- 
ting out money for horse-hire; "extravagant," 
"can't afford ic" they say. Is that money real- 
ly spent ? Suppose an overworked business 
man, clerk, book-keeper — anything you please — 
is the money, he puts out for the hire of a horse 
that will take him into the open air, wake him 
up, straighten him out, put his heart to beating 
with some vim and energy, and in short 
" make a new man of him " — is such money 
" spent" or " invested ? " Answer that question 
in the only way it can be answered and then go 
around to Messrs. Kenny & Clark's Stable on 
Charles Street, No. 22 and put a few dollars 
where they will do the most good. These gen- 
tlemen have the ability and the desire to give 
their customers a full return for every cent they 
may leave with them, as they furnish the most 
stylish, speedy and reliable turnouts in the city. 
It is the largest of its kind in this country. 
Two more stables, conducted by these gentle- 
men are to be found in this city, one at No. 4 
Byron Street, and another at 104 Mt. Vernon 
Street. Over one hundred men are employed, 
and at least two hundred horses are at these 
airy and well-ventilated Stables, Vehicles of all 
kinds to the number of about one hundred and 
fifty are constantly on hand, not including the 
large .assortment of sleighs, which this enter- 
prising firm furnishes during the winter 
months. Carriages are always to be found at 
the '■ Brunswick" " Vendome" "Victoria" and 
Young's Hotels, as ofiiccs for this special pur- 
pose are kept at each of these hotels, with 
clerks attached to them furnished from the head 
office at 22 Charles Street. During the summer 
months stables are also to be found at " Na- 
h.ant.'' The premises on Charles Street are 125x 
100 feet in dimensions, and comprise three 
floors. This establishment has been in exist- 
ence since lS2l), and Messrs. Kenny & Clark, 
the present well known and genial propi'ietors, 
understand their business thoroughly in every 
detail, and being liberal, courteous and well 
known in society they control the best trade. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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The Allen Gymnasium for women and 
children. Bowling Alley and Tennis Court, 
corner Botolph and Garrison Streets. The day 
when physical debility was accepted as an 
almost inevitable accompaniment of mental 
strength, and vigorous health was deemed an 
essentially masculine attribute wholly incom- 
patible with the ideal of delicate womanhood, 
has passed by, never to return let us hope, for a 
more mischievous doctrine it is almost impos- 
sible to imagine, and the numerous evils it 
carries in its train are now too widely appreciat- 
ed to require mention here. Strong oaks do not 
spring from seeds nor stalwart men from puny, 
undeveloped women, and for the future of the race 
if for no other reason, let us hope the now familiar 
maxim — "A sound mind in a sound body," shall 
be observed in the case of one sex equally with 
that of the other. Physical exercise is now 
doing for the American people what all the 
drugs known to science could never accomplish, 
and .should its influence continue to spread, the 
day will soun dawn when the significant title 
"A Nation of Dyspeptics" can no longer in 
justice be applied to us. To Miss M. E. Allen, 
more than to any other one person, should 
credit be given for the present facilities avail- 
able in this city for the physical culture of 
women and children, for since she first became 
identified with this movement, ten years ago, at 
No. -^OS Washington Street, she has worked with 
an enthusiasm and single-mindedness that were 
bound to carry everything before tliem. The 
ninth year of the enterprise under her clurge 
opened in the new building specially erected for 
it, corner of St. Botolph and Ganisou Streets, 
November, 1886. This structure is, in one sense, 
a substantial token of the appreciation felt for 
the practical value of Miss Allen's labor, and by 
its erection Booton is given the finest gym- 
nasium for women and children in the country. 
Space does not permit a de.scription of it in 
detail, but we may say it contains a hall 34 feet 
in height and 9() x 63 feet in dimensions other- 
wise and also 66 dressing rooms, bath rooms, 
costume closets, etc. The most approved ap- 
paratus is in use and the heating and ventila- 
tion may be said to be as nearly perfect as the 
present condition of sanitary engineering will 
permit. The work is graduated to the strength 
of the weakest pupil and is under tlie personal 
direction of Miss Allen or her assistants, and is 
conducted slowly, carefully, progressively. As 
for the character and aim of the work — these 
are best presented in the words of Miss Allen 
herself, as follows: The aim of the work is to 
promote symmetiical bodily development; to 
straighten curved spines ; to correct uneven hips 
and shoulders; to draw down projecting 
shoulder blades ; to deepen and broaden the chest, 
and give vigor to the system by judicious deep 
breathing; to develop ease of step and grace of 
movement in walking and running; to round 
and make supple the whole figure, not to ac- 
complish marvelous feats and dangerous tricks; 
to force every muscle to perform its legitimate 
function, with the least possible expenditure of 
nerve force, thus producing free and unimpeded 
circulation of the blood throughout the system, 
— which means Health. Now no one will deny 
that a course of treatment that will bring about 
such I'esults cannot be too highly praised, and 
such is evidently the opinion of many of our lead- i 



ing physicians for they cordially testify to the ad- 
mirable work which the Allen Gymnasium is do- 
ing and bespeak for it the continued hearty .'pat- 
ronage of the public. Miss Allen may be consult- 
ed every day except Saturday, between the hours 
of 2 and 3 p.m. and will be happy to send ex- 
planatory circulars to such as feel interested. 
She is prepared to give private instruction when 
desired and her class rates are equitable and 
moderate. Patients sent by physicians will re- 
ceive special care, and all using the apparatus 
will do so under the direction of Mi.ss Allen or 
her assistants, all injurious exercises being thus 
avoided. In the Allen Gymnasium Building, 
aie for rent six finely equipped Bowling Alleys, 
each 72 feet in length, and unsurpassed in the 
city. The rooms at the head of the alleys are so 
arranged that they can be used separately, one 
for each tw<» alleys, or they can all be thi-own 
into one. The entrance is from Garrison Street, 
and everything connected with the alleys is 
pleasant and inviting. There is also to let, eve- 
nings and Saturday afternoons, a Double Tennis 
Court, 96 X .')2 feet, finely lighted, with a height 
of 20 feet. Miss Allen also conducts a Normal 
Class. A broad field having been opened for 
teachers of gymnastics, for women and children, 
within the last few year.-* unusual interest has 
been aroused in physical training and the 
demand for teachers who underi*tand body- 
building is growing each year. The require- 
ments for culture and refinement are as great in 
this department of the education of the future 
as in any other, and the supply runs far below 
the demand, i'ositions are waiting for educat- 
ed and accomplished gymnasts, but they are not 
to be found. 



Tiglie & Burke, Grocers, No. 3 Charles 
Street. Charles Street is remarkable in more 
lespects than one among our Boston thorough- 
fares, but it is especially so from the large pro- 
portion of old established business enterprises 
to be found in it. A canvass of the more prom- 
inent establishments from one end of the street 
to the other, brings out the interesting and sig- 
nificant fact that a score of years does not more 
than cover the average term which tlie several 
premises have been occupied in the carrying on 
of a special line of business, and in some in- 
stances it is found that forty years and more 
have passed since the inception of operations. 
Take the establishment conducted under the 
firm name of Tighe & Burke, at No. 3 Charles 
Street, and we find that a grocery store has been 
located here for just about forty years, and that 
the present firm began operations in 1869. One 
floor and a basement are occupied of the dimen- 
sions of 20 X 90 feet, and an immense trade is 
carried on, employment being afforded to ten effi- 
cient assistants. A large and extremely varied 
stock of Groceries and Family Stores is carried, 
and the quality of the goods offered is equal to 
any in the market. Indeed there are few gro- 
ceries where such choice grades of Tea and 
Coffee are obtainable, and we question if so de- 
sirable an assortment of Table Condiments and 
fine Canned Goods could easily be found else- 
where. All the standard and popular brands 
of Flour are also sold at low prices, and cus- 
tomers are guaranteed not only reliable goods 
but also prompt, courteous and willing atten- 
tion. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



.P. H. Murphy & Co., Plumbers and Gas 
Fitters, Hotel Glendon, cor. Columbus Ave. & 
Cazenove Street, Boston. " An ounce of pre- 
vention is worth a pound of cure," so runs tlie 
old saying and its wisdom is to be seen everj'' 
day in afiairs of all kinds. But in nothing is it 
more worthy of being heeded than in the care 
of the complicated system of pii)in<i to be found 
in our modern houses and on which wo depend 
for our supply of water, our supply of gas and 
the expeditious carrying away of the waste 
products from our sinks, etc. The damages 
that may be caused by the bursting of a water- 
pipe by reason of frost or over-pressure, are 
of course in many cases unavoidable as there 
is no previous warning given that such an ac- 
cident is likely to happen, but in the case of a 
defect in the ilrainage or a leak in the gas-pipe, 
it is easy to see that something is wrong and 
measures should be taUeu at once to remedy 
the trouble. The best way to do is to notify a 
Plumber or Gas Fitter who is known to be skil- 
ful and thorough in his work, and a house that 
combines both these branches of industry and 
ha« won a high reputation for attaining the best 
results is that carried on by Messrs. P. H. 
Murphy & Co., at Hotel Glendon, corner of Co- 
umbus Avenue and Cazenove Street. Business 
was begun in 1880 and many commissions have 
since been executed throughout the Back Bay 
and vicinity in a thoroughly first-class and sat- 
isfactory manner. Mr. Murphy was born in New 
York and is known as one of the ablest Plumb- 
ers in this city. He takes pride in doing only 
the best of work and those favoring him witli 
their patronage may feel assured that there 
■will be no occasion to regret it. Jobbing or- 
ders are given jjarticular and prompt attention, 
and a sufficient force of skilled assistants and 
every facility, are at hand to undertake the do- 
ing of anything in this line with the certainty 
of success. 

J. M. Newell, Fancy and Small Wares, 178 
Columbus Avenue. It is a great convenience 
to the public to have a number of Fancy 
Goods stores scattered about throughout 
the city, as it permits purchases being made 
without being obliged to go " in town " for 
every trifling article and, aside from the saving 
in time thus made, when such establishments 
are conducted in the manner noticeable in that 
carried on by J. M. Newell at No. 17S Columbus 
Avenue, there are many other advantages to be 
gained by patronizini; them. The enterprise al- 
luded to was stai'ted in ISS.j and has already 
built up a most desirable trade. The premises 
in use comprise one floor and a basement, 
measuring 20x4.j feet and the stock on hand is 
varied and complete, being displayed to most 
excellent advantage. The proprietor is a na- 
tive of this city and has a large circle of friends 
in the community. Close personal attention is 
given to the business and the interests of cus- 
tomers is considered in every respect, knowing 
that such a course cannot fail to be the most 
successful in the long run. Fancy and Small 
wares, Toys etc. of every desciption are handled 
extensively, prices being quoted at the lowest 
market rates, pains being taken to assure that 
every article sold shall provejust as represented. 
Agency for the Boston Hotel and Steamboat 
Laundry and Dye House. Special attention is 



given to Dress and Cloak Making, also stamping. 
Employment is afforded to two well-informed 
anil polite assistants and customers are invaria- 
bly accorded ))roinpt service and courteous 
treatment. Painting and needlework, Lessons 
given in Oils, Water-Colors, China and Lustre 
Painting. Punto Tirato and Art Needlework 
are taught by Miss Amy Dawes. 



J. KIOEFE, 
Express, Furniture and Piano Moving. 
Stand at cor. Columbus Avenue and 
Clarendon Street. 

Miss H. F. Parker, Troy Laundry, Small 
Wares, Fancy Goods and Stationery, 143 Dart- 
mouth St., near the Bridge. But little inquiry is 
necessary to establish the fact of the popularity 
of certain enterprises even in a great city like 
Boston, where it would seem that individuality 
would be surely lost in the vast number of in- 
terests to be considered, but the store carried 
oil by Miss H. F. Parker at No. 143 Dartmouth 
Street, near the bridge, is well known and high- 
ly regarded in the vicinity, and the popularity 
it enjoys shows that true enterprise and an 
honest desire to serve the public in the best 
possible manner are sure to meet with due ap- 
preciation. Miss Parker is a native of Maine, 
and began operations in her present line of 
business in 1«8.5. She carries an assortment of 
Small Wares, Fancy Goods and Stationery in 
stock that is at once varied and complete and is 
prepared to furnish anything in this class of 
goods at the lowest market rates. Perfect de- 
pendence may be placed on the articles obtained 
at this establishment as Miss Parker strives to 
handle only reliable goods of standard quality, 
and her ability and experience enable her to 
intelligently discriminate in the selection of her 
stock. We must not omit mention of the fact 
that a Troy Laundry Agency is here conducted, 
for a large business is done in this line and 
laundry work done that is as good as the best 
while the methods employed are entirely non- 
injurious. 



Haines & Murphy, Grocers, 61 Charles, 
cor. Mt. Vernon Sts. These gentlemen are in a 
position to extend the best possible service to 
the public. They recently succeeded to the 
business established by B. F. Shattuck, who 
conducted a first-class Family Grocery store at 
No. (il Charles Street, corner of Mt. Vernon, 
and that their efforts are appreciated is shown 
by the general satisfaction that is exjjressed 
at their business methods. They have already 
built up a most promising business that is al- 
ready sufficiently extensive to require the em- 
ployment of three experienced and efficient as- 
sistauts. Thi^ premises utilized, measure 20 x 
.50 feet, and include one floor and a basement. 
There are few retail grocers in the city that 
can show so extensive and skillfully selected a 
stock as is carried by Messrs. Haines & Murphy, 
and tiie prices they quote on the same are 
remarkably low for goods of standard quality 
and of perfect freshness. We have not the space 
to particularize, but may simply state that both 
as regards Fancy and Staple articles, the assort- 
ment is exceptionally full and desirable, and 
the prompt response given to orders is also 
worthy of especial mention. 



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Newcomb & Frost, Grocers and Tea 
Dealers, and Importers of Foreign Wines, Cigars 
and Condiments, No. 297 Boylston Street, also 
397 Columbus Avenue, Telephone 4020. Care- 
ful, intelligent and continuous efforts toward 
the achievement of any given object, is pretty 
sure to win success finally, provided the goal 
striven for is not absolutely ; inaccessible, and 
therefore it is but natural, and no more than 
was to be expected, that Messrs. Newcomb & 
Frost have attained the purpose they have had 
in view since inaugurating their present enter- 
prise, and established an undisputed reputation 
for handling a uniformly high and satisfactory 
grade of goods. Operations were begun by 
them at 397 Columbus Avenue in 1878, and at 
Boylston Street in 1885, and the large patronage 
they now enjoy has been honestly won by 
strict attention to the wants of the special class 
of trade to which they cater, and by furnishing 
the best of materials at the lowest attainable 
rates. This concern are Grocers and Tea Deal- 
ers and Importers of Wine, Cigars and Condi- 
ments, and the gentlemen constituting it are 
Messrs. C. H. Newcomb and W. E. Frost, both 
of whom are natives of this State. One floor 
and a basement are occupied at each store 
measuring about 90 x 30 feet each, and there 
is employment afforded to eight efficient as- 
sistants at each place. The Groceries handled 
by this house will be found uniform and re- 
liable in character, while the Teas sold ai'e ab- 
solutely the finest flavored in the city. No ex- 
pense is spared either in their purchase or in 
the measures taken for their preservation to 
secure and retain the full virtue of the natural 
leaf, and in this way not only the palateable- 
ness but the healthfuluess of the product are 
assured. The Wines, Cigars, etc., in stock are 
also carefully selected and are well worthy of the 
trial and appreciation of connoisseurs. Boylston 
■ Street store is connected by telephone 4020. 



F. P. Snyder, Upholsterer and Cabinet- 
maker, 21 Charles Street, over the Arlington 
Mai'ket. Ingenuity and good taste are certainly 
of prime importance in the carrying on of the 
Upholsterer's business, and it is chiefly owing to 
the lack of one or both of these that so many 
fail to achieve success in this line of industry. 
But there is some compensa- 
tion, for when the attributes are 
present the appreciation of the 
public is generally prompt and 
decided. Such has been the 
case with the enterprise carried 
on by Mr. F. P. Snyder, at No. 
21 Charles Street, over the Ar- 
lington Market, for although 
this gentleman did not begin 
"operations until 1879, he has 
already received a liberal share of patronage, 
and his business is now steadily and rapidly 
growing. Upholstering and Cabinet making 
are carried on in the most skillful and satisfac- 
tory manner. A large and complete line of all 
grades of furniture are constantly kept on 
hand or furnished direct from the manufac- 
turer; Cabinet work of all kinds finely executed, 
and "fancy chairs" in great variety as well as 
odd ones are always on hand or furnished to 
order. To give a complete list of every article 




to be had here would almost fill a whole volume, 
but it is absolutely necessary to mention the 
well stocked department of Shades, Screens 
Drapery Work, Awning and Carpet Work, which 
comprise a large portion of this complete as- 
sortment of all articles coming under the head- 
ing Upholsterer's Department. All kinds of 
work pertaining to the outfitting of Yachts, 
is paid special attention to, as Mr. Snyder has 
had many years of practical experience in that 
line, having fitted up the yachts Mayfiower, 
Volunteer, Sachem, Marguerite, etc. Employ- 
ment is given to from ten to twenty-six assist- 
ants, all of whom ai-e among the most reliable 
and the most competent in their line of busi- 
ness. New work will be made to order if de- 
sired, but great attention is also paid to restor- 
ing and repairing, and in this line as well as in 
all of those belonging to his business, he has 
made a record that is equalled by that of no 
other upholsterer, either as regards the quality 
of the work done, or the satisfactory character 
of the price ou the same. Only strictly first- 
class material is used, and Mr. Snyder never 
sacrifices strength to beauty when the one can 
be attained without injury to the other, so that 
durability is one of the most distinguishing 
features of his work. 



William Trainer & Co., Plumbers, and 
Dealers in Plumbing Materials, No. 3 Park 
Square. Very few men would think of employ- 
ing an inferior physician because he charged 
fifty cents less a visit than a man of good re- 
pute and accomplished skill, for they would 
justly argue that health is beyond price, and 
consequently that no reasonable expenditure to 
retain or recover it could be called extravagant. 
Yet many people will fit their houses up with 
cheap and ineffective plumbing appliances, when 
it must be known to everybody who can read, 
or even hear, that there is no more constant 
and deadly menace to health than that afford- 
ed by defective methods of Plumbing and 
Drainage. The most improved appliances do 
not cost much more to begin with than those 
which experience has condemned, and when the 
question of repairs and comparative durability 
is considered, we doubt if any pecuniary saving 
is made by the use of the latter. Doctor's bills 
count up rapidly, and the loss of even a week's 
time by reason of sickness, may occasion more 
of a deficiency than would be made up by the 
entire cost of the most improved system. "Get 
the best" is a good motto, and the way to cany 
it into practical eft'ect is to place your orders 
with Messrs. William Trainer cfe Co., at No. 3 
Park Square. This concern is one of the best 
known in the city in the contracting and jobbing 
line, and is prepared to supply Plumbing Ma- 
terials of the most approved description at 
bottom prices and short notice. The firm is 
made up of Messrs. William Trainer and John 
C. McCoole, both of whom are active and ener- 
getic business men, the former being a member 
of the Odd Fellows. Employment is given to 
sixteen competent assistants, and any one want- 
ing a job of plumbing done with the maximum 
of neatness and despatch, has only to place his 
order with this highly popular house. Their 
rates are very low for first-class work, and the 
use of the best material assures the permanency 
of the operations conducted. 



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C. B. Worster & Co., Dealers ia Foreign 
and Domestic Groceries, Teas. Wines, Pre- 
serves. Fruits, Etc., 216 Clarendon, cor. Bojd- 
ston Street. The carrying on of such an 
establishment as that conducted by Messrs. C. 
B. Worster & Co., at Xo. 210 Clarendon Street, 
corner of Boylston, must be a work of no small 
magnitude for it is but rarely a store is found 
in which such elaborate provision has been 
made for the accommodation of the one thous- 
and and one articles handled in a first-cLiss mod- 
ern grocery or in which so carefully selected 
and varied a stock is carried. This enterprise 
had its inception in 1S87, and perhaps the best 
commentary that could be made on the charac- 
ter of the management it has received is that 
afforded by the patronage already bestowed 
upon it, which is not only very large but as yet 
shows no signs of diminution in its rate of in- 
crease. Both members of this firm were born 
in this city, and recognize the fact that their suc- 
cess thus far has been largely due to the uni- 
formly hiorh grade nature of the commodities 
they handle, and therefore may be depended on 
to fully maintain the high standard they have es- 
tablished fortius firm in this respect. One floor 
and a basement of the dimensions of 40x80 feet 
are occupied, and the stock of Foreign and Do- 
mestic Groceries carried, shows careful and in 
telligent selection and a determination to cater 
to the most fastidious class of trade. Teas and 
Coffees of full strength and delicious flavor. 
Wines of the choicest vintage, preserves put up 
by the most reputable houses, all these articles 
are supplied at the lowest market rates and the 
employment of five efficient assistants allows 
prompt service to be guaranteed. 



C. M. & J. W. Cox. No. 214 Clarendon 
Street, corner Boylston. Artists' Materials, Fine 
Stationery. Students' Supplies. Among the 
numerous minor but significant indications of a 
person's culture and breeding, that afforded by 
the stationery used is one of the most important 
and conclusive. We have reference of course 
to the stationery employed in social correspond- 
ence, for that devoted to business purposes is 
entirely out of the question. The difference 
between the cost of fashionable, appropriate and 
desirable stationery and that of which the op- 
posite may be said, is not sufficiently great to 
warrant any educated person in using the latter 
from motives of economy, and indeed in the 
majority of cases where such is used, we believe 
it is owing more to carelessness than any other 
one thing. A call at the establishment of 
Messrs. C. M. & J. W. Cox, No. 214 Clarendon 
Street, will disclose the fact that the latest 
novelties in fashionable stationery are obtain- 
able at very low prices, and this house always 
has a complete stock on hand to choose from; 
also. Artists' Materials, Students' Supplies, etc. 
This firm makes a specialty also of Artistic Pic- 
ture Framing and Society Engraving and have 
also a full line of Choice Confectionery. This 
enterprise was inaugurated in 1SS6 and 
greatly increased in ])atronage and appreciation 
as the liberal methods of its originators became 
more generally understood. The store is 20 x (!.5 
feet in size and every effort is made to keep the 
stock on hand so well supplied in every depart- 
ment that all delay will be avoided. 



Cliarles Pierce, Dealer in Gas Fixtures and 
Fittings, Locksmith ing and Bell Hanging, Elec- 
tric Bells, General Jobbing; also in store an as- 
sortment of Kitchen Furnishing Goods and Hard- 
ware, 52 Charles Street. The discussions and 
the arguments which have occupied the news- 
papers of late years regarding the comparative 
dangers and advantages of "Water Gas." have 
doubtless been of no small use in educating the 
public as to the character and general nature 
of illuminating gas, and have accomplished 
much good, even if they have done nothing but 
to bring home to everybody the importance X)f 
keeping the gas service of our houses in first- 
cla.S3 condition. Like many other things that 
are used in every-day life, gas makes a good 
servant but a bad master, and it is mucii easier, 
and inexpensive to keep this agent under con- 
trol than to repair the damage done when this 
control is temporarily shaken off. It is there- 
fore not only the part of wisdom but also of 
economy to give prompt attention to any trouble 
in the gas fixtures or supply pipes, and the im- 
portance of employing a competent and reliable 
gas-fitter can hardly be overestimated. Mr. 
Charles Pierce, of No. 52 Charles Street, has 
carried on his present enterprise since 1802, and 
makes gas-fitting a specialty. He is thoroughly 
competent in every department of the trade, 
and as he employs only skilled and careful as- 
sistants, orders entrusted to him are ensured 
proper carrying out. The premises occupied 
measure 18 x SO feet. Mr. Pierce also does con- 
siderable in the line of locksmithing and tits 
keys and does general repairing at short notice- 
and low rates. He has builtjup a large business 
during the past twenty-six years, and his repu- 
tation for turning out desirable and durable 
work is unsurpassed. 



James Delay, Florist, 81 Boylston Street 
next to L. P. Hollander & Co. Choice Koses. 
Funeral Designs, and Wedding Decorations., 
Although philosophers tell us that natural laws 
are unchangeable by man and that the opera- 
tion of these laws is never interrupted but goes 
on by day and by night, in frost or in heat, 
still it almost seems as if in some fields of effort 
the ingenuity of man had actually brought about 
at least a suspension of some of these, for how 
else could we have delicate flowers in the ut- 
most profusion durinj; the bleak month of Jan- 
uary, or wear roses while ice and snow still 
covered the ground? Of course this has been 
brought about, not by defying nature's man- 
dates but by carefully studying them and turn- 
ing them to individual account; but for all that 
the results attained are none the less wonder- 
ful, and the progress made in floriculture of 
late years shows the eminent ability of the men 
engaged in that pursuit. Among our Boston 
florists none bear a more deservedly high rep- 
utation than Mr. James Delay, doing business 
at No. 81 Boylston Street, next to L. P. Hol- 
lander & Co., and this reputation has been won, 
not alone by the furnishing of uniformly re- 
liable flowers, etc., but also by the maintenance 
of a scale of prices as low as the lowest. Mr. 
Del.ay is a native of this State, and inaugurated 
his present enterprise in 1879. His salesrooms 
occupy one floor of the dimensions of 20 x 70 
feet, and four greenhouses are utilized, meas- 
uring from 20x100 to 20x50 feet respectively. 






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• O. E, Ridler, Stationery and Students' Sup- 
plies, Fancy Articles, Drawingr Materials, etc., 
Circulatinfj Library, corner Berkeley and Boyl- 
ston Streets, under Hotel Berkeley. One of the 
most completely stocked stores of the kind in 
the section of the city wherein it is located is 
that conducted by Mr. C. E. Ridler, at the cor- 
ner of Berkeley and Boylston Streets, under 
Hotel Berkeley, and this holds especially good 
as regards the department devoted to the sale 
of Students' Supplies, as Mr. Ridler pays par- 
ticular attention to this important branch of 
his business, and strives to fully meet the de- 
mands of his customers both as regards the 
quality and the variety of the goods he offers 
them. He is a native of this city and began 
operations here in 1SS.5, having already built up 
a large and rapidly growing trade. The prem- 
ises in use measure 40 x (30 feet, and the goods 
in stock are as varied as they are numerous, 
comprising, besides the Student's Supplies pre- 
viously alluded to. Fashionable and Commercial 
Stationery, Fancy Articles, Drawing Materials, 
etc. A well selected and quite extensive Cir- 
culating Library is also at hand for the accom- 
modation of patrons, and is constantly receiv- 
ing new accessions in the shape of the latest 
and most popular novels and sketches of travel 
or biography, while books are issued without 
any of that "red tape" and exasperating delay 
so common in the larger public libraries. Suf- 
ficient assistance is at hand to allow all custom- 
ers to be assured prompt and courteous atten- 
tion, and Mr. Ridler's prices will be found as 
low as his goods are attractive. 



Norton Brothers, Florists, Hotel Berkeley, 
Berkeley and Boylston Streets, Greenhouses at 
Dorchester. It may be safely accepted as a 
practically invariable rule that the greater the 
culture of a community, the more demand there 
will bo for the products of the florists, and hence 
it is not surprising that Boston offers a grand 
field for the practice of this profession. Resi- 
dents of this city have the reputation of being 
critical but appreciative, and this characteriza- 
tion holds good in business as well as in social 
relations, so that our most successful retailers 
have been those who have recognized this fact 
and have endeavored to supply uniformly su- 
perior articles. A prominent case in point is 
that afforded by the well-known house of Nor- 
ton Brothers, whose business was established 
over a quarter of a century ago, and whose pro- 
ducts have long ranked vvith the very best at- 
tainable. This firm have an office and sales- 
room in Hotel Berkeley, and maintain extensive 
greenhouses at Dorchester, equipped with every 
modern facility, and capable oi supplying the 
choicest flowers in any desired quantity. Owing 
to the long and varied experience Messrs. Nor- 
ton Brothers have had in their chosen business, 
they are thoroughly conversant with the nicest 
points i)ertaining to it. and their taste as shown 
in the design and execution of the many em- 
blems offered to clioose from is correct and 
pleasing. Roses and cut flowers of every de- 
scription are supplied at short notice in quan- 
tities to suit, and all promises made regarding 
the goods, etc., will be strictly adhered to, as 
this firm make it a rule never to disappoint 
their customers. 



Samuel Appleton, Manufacturer of Fine, 
Shoes, on Artistic & Anatomical Principles, Y. 
M. C. A. Building, 176 Boylston Street, Chirop- 
odist and Manicure Department. Skillful Lady 
Operators. Agency for Dr. J. Parker Pray, of 
New York. His Preparations and Instruments 
Wholesale and Retail. The time when it was 
thought that man could improve upon his Mak- 
er as regards the shaping of the whole or por- 
tions of " the human form divine " has happily 
passed by with all people of culture at least 
and as a consequence there is now a chance 
that future generations' feet should be preserved 
as nature intended them to be, and not warped 
out of shape, by deformity. That a decided 
gain is attained in the general health as well as 
in beauty and symmetry by the wearing of 
properly shaped foot-coverings is a fact too evi- 
dent to call for proof and no one who has not 
had personal experience in the matter, can ev- 
en imagine the added capacity lor long-contin- 
ed exertion on the feet that the wearing of 
truly "perfect fitting" shoes ensures. Mr. 
Samuel Appleton, whose place of business is at 
No. 176 Boylston Street, Y. M. C. A. Building, 
and who became identified with his present en- 
terprise in 1S78 is probably as well known as 
any man in New England in the manufacture 
of Fine Shoes on Artistic and Anatomical prin- 
ciples and his productions are generally con- 
ceded by physicians and others qualified to 
judge, to be excelled by none in the market, 
Mr. Appleton is a native of this city and gives 
the most careful personal attention to his busi- 
ness. By the use of the best material obtaina- 
ble and the employment of the most highly- 
skilled assistants, he seeks to fully maintain the 
enviable reputation his goods have won and 
strives to fill all orders without delay in a uni- 
formly satisfactory manner. A Chiropodist and 
Manicure department is in operation, skillful 
lady operators being at hand and an agency is 
conducted for the sale at wholesale and retail of 
the celebrated preparations of Dr. J. Pai-ker 
Pray of New York, a full assortment being con- 
stantly carried. 



William H. Agry, Dealer in Choice Gro- 
ceries and Provisions, .58 Clarendon Street, cor- 
ner Chandler, Boston. It would be remarkable 
if, during the twenty-three years which he has 
been engaged in his present business, Mr. Wm. 
H. Agry had not gained an accurate and com- 
prehensive idea of the wants of the public so 
far as his branch of trade was concerned, and 
that he has in fact done so, needs no further 
proof, than that afforded by the very extensive 
and select patronage with which his establish- 
ment is favored. Mr. Agry was born in Bath, 
Me., and is a member of the Odd Fellows. To 
say that he is one of the leading retail Grocers 
and Provision dealers in the city, is but to ex- 
press a fact known to all who are familiar with 
the comparative standing of Boston's business 
houses, and it is equally well known that Mr. 
Agry has won his way to hi-< present position 
by sheer force of enorgy and perseverance, and 
that although his ability is uiiqiiestiom-d still 
his prominence has been largely brouglit about 
by the "genius of hard work," for he has ever 
given strict attention to the details of his un- 



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dertakinp; and has not hesitated to labor early 
and late to secure the interests of his custom- 
ers. One floor and a basement are utilized of 
the dimensions of 25 x (>i) feet, and employment 
is afforded to seven experienced and entirely 
competent assistants. The uniform excellence 
of the commodities supplied by Mr. Afjry is too 
generally appreciated to call for detailed mention 
here, but we may say that no city house bears a 
more enviable reputation in this respect. Choice 
Groceries of every description and a complete 
assortment of Meats, Poultry, Game, Country 
Produce etc. are always to bo found here; a 
specialty being made of choice creamery butter, 
and fresh laid eg^rs, and orders are filled with- 
out delay at the lowest rates consistent with 
the quality of the goods. 



H. Siinniiers & Co., 3S Charles Street 
Boston. Itepairer of Silver Ware, etc. Cutlery 
Ground. Kestorer of every description of China, 
Costly Fans, Parians, Glass, Rich Vases, Mar- 
bles, Dishes, Statuettes, Plaques, Tureens, Art 
Metal, Bronzes, Tena-Cotta Groups, etc., etc., 
Missing Parts made up to avoid detection. 
Umbrellas and Parasols Repaired and Re-cov- 
ered, Lock-Smithing, Speaking Tubes, and Elec- 
trical Bell-Hanging are Specialties. The philoso- 
pher who declared that it is not what is used 
but what is wasted that makes men poor," was 
undoubtedly pretty nearly correct, for no ob- 
serving person can fail to notice decided exam- 
ples of waste every day. A piece is chipped off 
a costly china dish, an article of ornamental 
glass ware is broken, a delicately wrought fan 
is injured— any one or all of these accidents are 
constantly occurring, and tho usual result is 
that the damaged article is eitiier put aside in 
some closet where it is of no use to anybody, or 
else is thrown into tlie ash-heap to be carried 
off. Now this is simply wanton waste, for there 
is an establishment in this city where all such 
injuries as we have mentioned, as well as count- 
less others are repaired promptly, and so skill- 
fully that in most cases tho article treated is 
actually " as good as new." Even missing parts 
will be made up in so perfect a manner as to 
defy detection and the prices charged are very, 
reasonable considering the difficulties of the 
■work done. Mr. II. Summers, the proprietor vi 
this enterprise, does business at No. ."38 Cliarles 
Street, and has been identified with the indus- 
try to which we have reference for the past ten 
years. He thus combines skill with experience 
and it must be a pretty badly demoralized arti- 
cle that cannot be restored to its original beauty 
under his magic touch. Mr. Summers repairs 
Statuettes, Art metal, Bronzes, Plaques, Parians, 
the most costly Fans in existence. Rich Va- 
ses, China of all kinds, and Term Cotla. Groups, 
the latter of which are very hard to mend; also 
Silverware; Cutlery ground, and any kind of 
Trunks, as well as Speaking Tubes, in fact any- 
thing however delicate will bo accepted by him. 
for he has the facilities and the knowledge to 
repair all articles in this line. Umbrellas and 
Parasols are also repaired and re-covered and 
Lock-smithing and Electrical Bell-hanging are 
given special attention and all orders filled 
without delay at moderate rates. 



P. Kelley, Confectionery and Dining Room, 
41 Charles Street. Judging from the number 
of Confectionery stores in this city, there 
must be a large proportion of the popula- 
tion that is fond of sweets, and indeed 
this is not to be wondered at for there are 
really but few things more agreeable to the 
taste tlian a fresh and well-made piece of Con- 
fectionery. Unfortunately it is not every deal- 
er in candy that supplies his patrons with goods 
that can be described as '• fresh and well- 
made," but there are a good many reliable es- 
tablishments and one of the most popular of 
them is that conducted by Mr. P. Kelley, at No. 
41 Charles Street. Mr. Kelley occupies a store 
of the dimensions of 20x.!i0feet and carries on a 
dining-room in connection with his enterprise 
at which appetizing food may be had at reason- 
ble prices, the service being prompt and 
polite and the cooking first-class in every 
particular. Employment is given to four efii- 
cient assistants and the prices charged are sure 
to be satisfactory to all reasonable persons. 
Mr. Kelley began operations in 1879 and has 
reason to congratulate himself on the present 
condition of his business. Not only is a large 
patron !ige enjoyed, but the trade shows a rapid 
and constant increase that promises the most 
brilliant results in the future. 



F. C. Lorcl & Co., Fancy and Family 
Groceries, 85 Boylston St., and Park Sq., opp. 
Prov. Depot. It is but rarely that we come 
across an establishment which impresses us so 
favorably as that conducted by Messrs F. C. Lord 
& Co. in Park Square, and indeed there are few 
stores of the kind, wherein the stock is of so 
uniformly a high character or is displayed to 
better advantage. That we are not alone in 
this estimate oif the attractiveness of tho enter- 
prise in question, may be seen by the large and 
constantly growing patronage bestowed upon 
it and those who have made the most exhaust- 
ive trial of the resources of the establishment 
are loudest in their encomiums on its manage- 
ment and capabilities. The inception of this 
undertaking was in 1869 and the firm has long 
been considere<l as one of the leaders in the 
city, in its special branch of trade. Family and 
J'ancy Groceries of every description are car- 
ried in stock at all times and the assortment is 
so large and complete that all orders are assur- 
ed prompt and accurate filling. The premises 
utilized are 25x1:3(5 feet in size and employment 
is aftbrded to six efficient and courteous assist- 
ants who are at all times ready to extend in- 
stant and polite attention to callers. Every 
effort is made to avoid mistakes, either in the 
representation or delivery of goods, but as " ac- 
cidents will happen " we can assure our readers 
that in case anything ordered from this house 
should jirove deficient in any respect, it may be 
returned, and thut, in any event, the policy of 
the firm to extend fair dealing to all will be rig- 
idly adhered to. F. C. Lord & Co., also manu- 
facture the celebrated Castilian Cream (award- 
ed a Diploma — First Prize — at IGth Exhibition 
Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Associa- 
tion, December, 1887) removes Grease and Paint 
from Clothing, will also remove gloss from 
Woolen Cloth and Black Silk. An excellent 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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preparation for Cleansinpj Black Crepe. For j 
sale by Weeks & Potter, Doolittle & Smith, Car- 
ter, Carter & Kilham, Geo. C. Goodwin, C. F. 
Hovey cfc Co , R. H. Stearns & Co.. R. H. White 
<fe Co., D. R. Emerson, N. D. Whitney & Co., 
Theo. Metcalf & Co., Jos. T. Brown & Co., Mel- 
yin & Badger, and others. Used by the follow- 
ing houses: L. P. Hollander & Co., Macullar, 
Parker & Co., Messenger Bros. & Jones, Miner, 
Beal & Co., Continental Clothing House, Robt. 
H. Vivian, Boston Cab Co. F. C. Lord & Co., 
Props., 85 Boylston St., Boston. 



carried out promptly and thoroughly, and every 
precaution is taken to avoid errors of any de- 
scription. 



D. J, Keefe & Co., Sanitary Plumbers, 186 
Charles Street. It is an invariable rule that 
with increased comforts come increased respon- 
sibilities, and we need not look far to see ex- 
amples of this truth on every side. Our houses 
are so arranged as to furnish light, heat, water 
and drainage in the most convenient fashion, 
but the more complicated the system the more 
keen should be its inspection, and such inspec- 
tion can only properly be done by one who is 
an expert in that particular line. The first req- 
uiste of a healthful house is good drainage, and 
the first duty of the inmates should be to see 
that the drain pipes, etc., are not allowed to re- 
main out of repair. When repairing is neces- 
sary, be sure ctnd place your order in competent 
hands, and in this connection we may say that 
no better course can be followed than to pat- 
ronize Messrs. D. J. Keefe & Co., who do busi- 
ness at No. 18(3 Charles Street. These gentlemen 
have been known as first-class Sanitary Plumb- 
ers for the past ten years, and their reputation 
for reliability is unsurpassed in this city. They 
employ a force of sixteen competent assistants, 
and although the very best of work is done they 
put their prices at very low figures. Orders are 



M. C. Curry & CO., Harness and Saddle 
Makers, Charles Street. Driving, and more es- 
pecially horseback riding, are beginning to be 
more fully appreciated as regards their health- 
giving qualities, and the result is to be seen in 
the increased demand for harness and saddlery 
goods. The importance of having a well-pro- 
portioned and well made saddle, is known to 
every experienced rider, and in fact only such 
people can really appreciate the difference no- 
ticeable between a good and a poor article of 
this kind. There is one house in this city that 
makes a specialty of the manufacture and sale 
of fine saddles and harness, and so superior is 
the quality of the article turned out, that we 
take pleasure in calling the attention of our 
readers to them, as we know that the result is 
sure to be satisfactory. The concern referred 
to is that of M. C. Curry & Co., doing business 
on Charles Street, and although the premises 
occupied have been utilized as a harness manu- 
factory, since 1863, they have never produced a 
higher grade of work than since the present oc- 
cupants took possession. Mr. Curry became in- 
terested in the business in 1872, and became 
sole proprietor in 1881. The store is 20 x 60 
feet in dimensions, and employment is given 
to ten competent and careful assistants. Both 
a wholesale and retail business are done, and 
order work is also given prompt and pains- 
taking attention. The harness on sale here will 
be found to be of late and fashionable design, 
and that intended for carriage use is of espec- 
ially light and elegant appearance. But strength 
is also provided for and the goods are certain 
to prove durable as well as ornamental. 



laERGHAKTT TAILOR, 37 Charles St., 

Direct Importer of Hig-lie.st Grades in Eagrlish Broadcloths, Worsteds, and 
Tweeds suited for Gents' (jrarnieuts. Boxcloths, Kerseys, Meltons, Whipcords, 
Bedford Cords, Stockinetts, Stripe Valencia Vestings in all colors, and every 
material suited to gentlemen's riding- ginmeuts and standard liveries. 

Art and genius wheu combined Remould the shape to lines refined. 
Virtues "those" with Accept hands, are Requisites the age demands. 
Clothes expensive, Clothes elite, must be O K, the price to meet, 
All perfect, too, Just so, in grade, and L'kewise be the ruling shade. 
In every trait parExcellence,arightin Look, nor item wrong, 

P. J. Carroll on Bcick Bay the palm doth hold for garments gay. 
As well in textile as in M^ke, nor aspirant that palm retake. 
While P. J. C. a genius be. E'en artist of the first degree. 

And fit to suit "e'en Royalty," in varied dress or livery, 

P. J. Carroll, C^i^^i'les st., "in finest suitings e'er replete, 
Nobby, spicy, and H'S'i toned, the best that London ever owned." 
Doth now assert, A^f^ S^f^'i'^ntee, "with change and new facility," 
Despatch and promptitude iN trade, and further adds, to lines just made, 
That he as MERCH ANTAILOR can the palm withhold from any man. 



BOSTON HIGHLANDS. 



That delightful suburban district of Boston,',familiarly known as the " Highlands," 
(nee Roxbury) is one of the brilliant examples in this region, of the principle of 
"natural selection," The old town of Roxbury has a history vying in age and 
interest with that of the most famous cities and towns in the State, to which history 
we shall have frequent occasion to refer. Incorporated as a town but a few days 
after the same sponsorial act had been performed in Boston herself, the two towns 
grew up alongside each other for many years like twin sisters, until the overwhelming 
fame of the only "Hub" hid its more retiring companion from view and finally threw 
the veil of her name over the other's distinct personality. In those days, hardly to 
be imagined now, when the old Puritan settlers were first laying out their stakes along 
the shore of the " Bay," nothing, probably, seemed more remote or impossible to them 
than that " Trimountain," the little village down there on the point, should throw 
out her all-embracing arms and unite in indissoluble wedlock with the similar little 
villages scattered around within some half dozen miles. They burned and trimmed 
their clearings, with more difficulty than we now erect immense buildings, constructed 
those primitive cradles of liberty, the log-cabins, went on and raised their log meet- 
ing house, met and counseled in most solemn seriousness, until that unique and 
admirable institution — New England town government, was evolved, without a 
thought that they were building for others, perhaps, better than they knew, and that 
other men should reap a harvest unexpected. But it was not long after the first 
quarter of the present century before the "growing pains" of Boston began to cry 
out for more room, and though they created vast tracts of land where before the sea 
and mud had had their own sweet way, it did not take many more decades for 
thoughtful observers to see that the extinction of the individual existence of the town 
of Roxbury was only a question of time, that it was destined inevitably to succumb 
to the insatiable appetite of the expanding young giant of a city. And so, foreshad- 
owed by many long and not untroubled years in advance, its appointed destiny came 
to i)ass in 1868, January 6th, when it was incorporated with Boston. Not easily, 
however, do long cherished names and traditions yield up the ghost. 



BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 127 

The old name of Roxbury, which old acquaintance and usage had long made so 
deiir, >till lingers lovingly about its ancient haunts, and to the stranger in Boston 
this conflict of names has sometimes caused more or less confusion. The two 
cities had so long crowded into one another, that sentiment could never have 
kept asunder what everything else in the universe had joined. Complications 
innumerable, amusing and distressing, were removed by the union. Houses, part in 
Roxbury and the rest in Boston, had led the boundary line an extremely tiresome 
hunt to find itself throughout its whole course, and it had about given the chase up, 
when the change put an end to it forever. The separation of families that had 
ensued when many a husband sat down to dinner in Boston, while his wife, on the 
other side of the table, was in Roxbury, was happily alleviated and became merely 
an amusing tradition of the neighborhood. The large valuation of the city of Rox- 
bury at the time of union, 1*26,551,700, went, in truth, to swell the "general coffers '^ 
of the Hub's resources ; but, on the other hand, Boston assumed the debt of Roxbury, 
which was, however, very light, about $180,000. The two decades that have passed 
since the union, have welded the two cities so closely, and every sign of division has 
been so thoroughly obliterated, that the "Highlands" now seem to have always been 
an integral part of Boston. Thus London and Paris have rolled their vast waves of 
population in ever widening circles, until it is often impossible to tell where the en- 
gulfing process, which has been so frequent, took place, and the various towns have 
merged their individuality in the great whole. These last twenty years have been 
by far the most progressive in the history of the "Highlands." An immense amount 
of building has been going steadily on, and a large part of it has now come to assume 
the compact arrangement of a large city. Some old landmarks have had to go, but 
the old Roxburians have been most tenacious in defending these, to their honor be it 
said. They have, in fact, throughout their whole history ,shown a marked trait of 
hero worship, as many streets and monuments in honor of distinguished citizen* 
can abundantly testify. It the advancing growth of Boston goes on proportionally 
for another century, the Highlands will long ere that have become the very heart of 
the city, and those relics of the past will have to endure the same unwearied assaults 
which the "old South" and other memorable landmarks are now undergoinfj. The 
intellectual cast, however, which has ever distinguished the Bostonian mind, offers far 
more hopes of immortality to these memorials of a noble history, than most commu- 
nities would afford. May their idealism never wax old or cold. 

The name of Warren is one of the most honored in all Roxbury's history, and on 
the house now standing where his residence formerly stood, is a tablet to his honored 
memory. When he left Roxbury, on that fatal morning, June 17, 1775, many 
patriotic citizens of Roxbury followed and supported him in the great struggle, and 
his glorious fall on the field of Bunker Hill will ever hallow and ennoble the scenes of 
his life and work in the "Highlands." Beside the commemorating tablet on the 
"Warren House," one of the largest and most beautiful avenues is named in his honor. 
Many other of the honored sons of the town are commemorated in a similar way, as 
Dudley, Eustis and other streets show. In this connection it is but just to say that 
the avenues in the Highland district constitute one of the most beautiful and attract- 



128 



BOSTOX HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 



We features of Boston. For great and uniform breadth, for picturesqueness of scenery 
noble shade trees and handsome residences with generous and entrancing environment 
of lawn :>nd flowers, for all the qualities which go to make a quiet drive or stroll de- 
lightful, these avenues are not excelled by any in the vicinity of Boston, or what is 
about the same thing, in a general character, anywhere in the country. 

Warren street, referred to above, and Walnut 
avenue are generally regarded as the most beau- 
tiful, and correspondingly popular, while tliere are 





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ENTRANCE TO WALNUT AVENUE, 

COE. WAREEX STEEET. 



Others possessing their own peculiar charms. The residences on Ehn hill are espe- 
cially famed for their elaborate and distinguished adornments in the way of floricul- 
ture and architecture, in which fame other parts of the Highlands deservedly share. 
The parks in the Highlands also claim attention. Washington park, on Dale and 
Bainbridge streets, is the largest and best known of these. Its nine acres of cultivated 
grounds are replete with shrubbery and all natural beauties, and it is very pojnilar in 
this section. Other parks, also noted for their general beauty and attractiveness are : 
Madison Square, between Marble,j Warwick, Westminster and Sterling streets, cover- 
ing three fine acres; Fountain square, corner of Walnut avenue and Munroe street, 
with a recreation square of two and a half acres ; Walnut park, the favored resort of 
residents between Walnut avenue and Washington street ; Linwood park, corner of 
Center and Linwood streets, a charming bit of green; Lewis park, corner Highland 
and New streets ; Longwood park, corner Park and Austin streets, a beautiful half 
acre plot of breathing space for many frequenters ; and Orchard paik, between Chad- 
wick and Yeomans streets, two acres in extent, and most carefully cultivated and pre- 
served. The aesthetic common sense of Boston is most undeniably exemplified in her 
numerous and delightful parks. 



BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 129 



One of the m,.st celebrated and valued relics of old Roxbury is the ancient bury- 
ing ground on the corner of Eustis and Washington streets, where lie interred the 
bones of the good John Eliot, the first missionary to the Indians, translator of the 
Bible into the Indian language, and one of the great religious leaders of New England 
besides those of many other great and noble sons of the old town of Roxbury. '^ For- 
est Hills cemetery, though not included in the present limits of the Highlands, is yet 
peculiarly connected with this region, and with the local history of Roxbury, of which 
It was a part when it was originally established by that town before the middle of the 
present ce.ntury, being consecrated in 1848. It is now one of the most beautiful cem- 
eteries in the country, being adorned and preserved with remarkable care. The 
gateway at the entrance is an elaborate and costly piece of work, constructed of 
Roxbury stone and Caledonian freestone, with the following inscription beautifully 
inscribed on the outer side : 

" I AM THE RESURKECTION AND THE LIFE." 

On the inner side, inscribed in golden letters, are these words: 
"he that keepeth thee will xot slumber." 

The grounds are highly renowned for their exquisite and immense display of floral 
decoration, in extent and beauty vieing even with "Greenwood" in Brooklyn, and 
IS one of the most entrancingly delicate and grand sights in the way of horticul- 
tural triumphs, in the world. Yet, even more highly valued than the outward beauty 
of the place are the noble memories and traditions of the past which cluster about it 
Sons of the greatest and noblest men of the state and nation here lie at rest "after 
life's fitful fever." Hither were removed and placed in the Warren family lot on the 
summit of Mount Warren, the treasured remains of Roxbury's greatest son, General 
Joseph Warren, whose early death at Bunker Hill, after strenuous efforts in behalf of 
liberty, has enrolled him among the immortal heroes of America. A handsome mon- 
ument on Dearborn hill commemorates Gen. H. A. S. Dearborn, the orio-inal pro- 
jector of the cemetery. Admiral Winslow, who maintained the honor of °he town- 
on-the-sea, is commemorated by a huge block of rough granite, reminding one of Em- 
erson's noble tombstone in its simplicity and strength. Also worthy of highest regard, 
is the beautiful soldier's monument, affectionately erected here by the citizens of Rox- 
bury, in memory of her martyr sons. It was designed by Martin Milmore, and was 
erected in 1867. The statue is of bronze, representing a soldier of heroic size, 
and rests upon a granite pedestal six feet in height. About the monument and with- 
in the granite railing surrounding the lot, rest the bones of a score of Roxbury's sol- 
dier sons, many of whom fell at Antietara, within two months after they left the 
state, being members of the gallant thirty-fifth Massachusetts, which bore such terri- 
ble losses on that day. The monument is under the watchful care of Thomas G Ste- 
venson Post 20, G. A. R., of the Highlands. The following inscriptions are en-raved 
upon the pedestal of the monument : * 



130 BOSToy HIGHLASD SKETCHEH. 

ERKCTED "from: THE HONORED DEAD 

BY WE TAKE INCREASED DEVOTION 

THE CITV OF ROXBURY TO THAT CAUSE FOR WHICH 

IN HONOR OF THEY GAVE THE LAST FULL 

HER SOLDIERS, MEASURE OF DEVOTION." 

■WHO DIED FOR THEIR COUNTRY President Abraham Lincoln, 

IN THE REBELLION OF at Gettysburg. 
1 8G1 — 18G5 



18 6 7 

The iniuauerable objects of beauty and interest to be seen within the two hundred 
and twenty-five acres of Forest Hills cemetery, can be but very partially described 
here. Situated only five miles from the center of the city, it is easily accessible and 
affords one of the most beautiful trips in the vicinity. To have passed through its 
floral avenues, over the })ictures(|ue hills, and by the little lakes nestling in the valleys 
all adorned in tlie height of their summer glory, is a life long memory, but not to be 
experienced in any measure, save by personal visiting and enjoyment. The main en- 
trance to Forest Hills is situated on Scarborough street, and there are side entrances 
on Canterbury and "Walk-Hill streets. The carriaije drives are exceedingly delightful 
and very much frequented. The rustic observatory on Consecration hill, a unique 
and attractive structure about twenty-five feet in height, is well worthy of a visit and 
inspection. The four Eliot hills, named after Roxbury's ancient [missionary, and 
Chapel hill, also possess many beautiful features. It is said that the finest receiving 
tomb in the country is situated here. Its portico is a magnificent piece of arcliitec- 
ture in Concord granite, and is thirty feet square. Within are contained two hun- 
dred and eighty-six catacombs, each having space for a single coffin, and all being 
most carefully arranged. Forest Hills is not so old as Mount Auburn, which has pe- 
culiar beauties of its own, but it is larger, and it can safely be said that a visitor has 
not seen one of the most important sights in Boston, and certainly not in the High- 
lands district, without having seen Forest Hills. 

Among the other notable and prominent features of the Highlands is the great 
stand-pipe of the Cochituate water- works, erected here in 18G9. It is situated on the 
"Old Fort" lot, between Beach street, Glen and Fort avenues, being raised one hun- 
dred and fifty-eight feet above tide level. The pipe itself is of large cylindrical shape, 
eighty feet long, and is surrounded by a thick wall of brick, between which and the 
pipe itself, and winding around the latter, is a staircase which leads to the lookout 
tower on the top. The exterior is artistically conceived and produces a striking and 
pleasant effect. The value of this pipe to the water service and the city has been 
tested by many years of successful operating, and is admired no less for its 
simplicity than its perfection. The entire cost of the structure and the attendant 
pumping works was not more than $100,000, and its successful results obviated 
the former necessity of maintaining the reservoir on Beacon Hill. The grounds 
around the stand-pipe are tastefully laid out, and form another small p iik in this 
much and pleasantly be-parked city. 



BOSTOX HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 



131 



The center of the old town is Eliot square, and here are several paints of interest. 
The old First Unitarian church is the oldest in the Highlands, and in all Boston, ex- 
cepting the First church of old B )ston town. It was settled soon after the latter, in 
the early history of Massachusetts Bay colony, and has for centuries exercised an im- 
jjortant part in the religious thought and life of New England. Among the many 
well known clergymen who have presided over its interests, the Rev. Dr. Geo. Put- 
nam, for half a century was a prominent leader in all the highest interests of this 
community. The chm'ch edifice is of the substantial and quiet type of architecture 
which marked the churches built in the first half of the present century, and about 




ELIOT SQUARE. 

it are gathered many of old Roxbury's dearest traditions. The whole square has the 
refined and retired aspect which are associated with honored longevity, and is one of 
the strongholds in this section of the old New England aristocracy, which Dr. Holmes 
has called the " Brohmin " race, tracing their ancestry back to the Puritan fathers. 
The residences have spacious and beautiful grounds, and these less pretentious struc- 
tures of an earlier time, form a quiet and pleasing contrast with the more stylish 
modern villas which are scattered all around on the heights of the Highlands. The 
nquare has retained its earlier aspect, though (jity influences have been folding in 
about it more and more, and will probably do so for many generations to come. The 
Norfolk House adds a touch of brightness and stately elegance, by its fine building, to 
the squai'e, which is one of the most attractive in the vicinity. 

The Roxbury Charitable Society is one of the oldest and most efficient benevo- 
lent associations in New England. It was founded nearly a century ago, in 1791, and 
ever since has earnestly and thoroughly carried out its purpose then stated, " the re- 



132 BO.^TOX HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

lief of the poor and the j^revention of paupevisra." It is noteworthy as being among 
the earliest societies in this country or the world, which in addition to donating and 
aiding, give to charitable benevolence a systematic and scientific character. Among 
other useful articles distributed through a skilled and trained agent, are clothing, food, 
fuel and also carefully regulated su])plies of money, the aim being to encourage and 
foster self-help, rather than support idleness. The work is exclusively in the High- 
lands district, and is one of the best aj^plied charities in the country, the society hav- 
ing a large income from legacies and subscriptions. Under the care of this society, 
the Roxbury Dispensary, which was founded in 1841, is conducted and maintained. 
The office of the agent is at 118 Roxbury street. 

Another well known charity in the Highlands is the Home for the Aged Poor, 
which was founded in 1870 and incorporated in 1872, by a Catholic associated sister- 
hood, the " Little Sisters of the Poor," and has since been doing a most estimable 
work. This sisterhood was instituted in St. Servan, France, by a poor priest and two 
working girls. It now has a membership of two thousand sisters, and has twenty 
thousand old people under its support. So long as the applicants are sixty years old 
or over, of good character and destitute, they are received here and tenderly cared 
for, irrespective of religious belief or nationality. It is maintained by the collections 
of the sisters and the gifts of generous friends, among the most helpful of whom has 
been Mrs. Andrew Carney, whose husband established Carney Hospital, beside being 
well known for many other charitable deeds. The new building of the society, which 
was completed in 1880, has accommodations for two hundred persons, and eligibly sit- 
uated on the corner of Woodward avenue and Dudley street. The management and 
work of the institution are all carried on by the voluntary efforts of the sisters, and 
many an aged person has had good reason to bless their thoughtful minds and kindly 
hearts. 

Yet another widely famed and important charitable institution in the Highlands, 
is the " House of the Angel Guardian," at 85 Vernon street. It was planned and 
founded by the Rev. George F. Haskins, who graduated at Harvard University, and 
from its establishment in 1851 until his death in 1872, he served it with greatest fidel- 
ity and exertion, as rector and treasurer, devoting from his own property 820,000 to 
its founding and maintenance. It is now under the charge of a Catholic order, the 
Brothers of Charity, whose supervisor is W. J. Becker. It occupies a large and 
handsome building on commodious grounds, and is both richly endowed and possesses 
property of more than 887,000 in value. Its main object is to rescue and educate 
orphan and destitute children, of whom there are about two hundred here annually. 
A carefully graded educational system is maintained, there being many scholars from 
outside the regular inmates, and thorough instruction is given in English branche^ 
mathematics and commercial studies. The institution is among the most famous in 
the state for its efficient management and system, and its widely beneficent results. 
These representative institutions can convey the just impression that the people of 
the Highlands are not behind the well known character for generosity and kindliness 
for all, especially the unfortunate, for which Boston is so widely famed throughout 
the United States. 



BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 133 

The Roxbury Latin School is one of the oldest and most famous in the country. 
It was established in 1645, only nine years after Harvard College, and has proved a 
powerful foi'ce in the intellectual development of this region. John Eliot and Gov- 
ernor Thomas Dudley were among its founders, and among its early teachers are the 
honored names of Judge William Gushing, Gen. Joseph Warren, Gov. Increase Sum- 
ner, and the Rev. Bishop Samuel Parker. Under the direction of such men, it has 
steadily risen to a commanding position of influence and chai'acter. It was incorpor- 
ated in 1789, and throughout its history has been marked by liberality and thorough 
scholarship. The only school of its class older than it is the Boston Latin School, 
founded in 1635, and the two schools have grown up together like honored cotempo- 
I'aries, each forming an important preparatory school to Harvard University. It is 
managed by a board of trustees, incorporated as a close corporation, but the school 
is free to residents of Boston. The support is partly obtained from the voluntary 
subscription of some leading citizens of Roxbury, partly from the income of past be- 
quests, and partly from the support of the city of Roxbury itself. In the present 
century it has numbered among its teachers and pupils some of the most honored lit- 
erary and scholarly men of New England. There are two distinct courses, the Eng- 
lish, including all common and higher school studies, and the college preparatory, fit- 
ting for any, but especially for the comprehensive and thorough entrance examina- 
tions of Harvard. Each course is six years in length. The original name of the 
school w;is " The Grammar School in the easterly part of the town of Roxbury. ' 
The present school building, situated on Kearsai'ge avenue, is of large dimensions, 
plain and substantial in appearance. The Roxbury Latin School, though free to the 
public, is not under the government of the city, and is in reality a private institution. 
The public schools of the Highlands are maintained at the highest standard known 
in this educational center at Boston, and every department of this most important 
work is cared for most thoroughly and scientifically. The private schools in the 
Highlands are also famed for their high character and efficiency. Among the best 
known of these is the boarding and day school conducted by the Sisters of Notre 
Dame, a Catholic institution. It is a large four story brick structure with fine granite 
trimmings, situated on Washington street, in one of the most beautiful parts of the 
Highlands, and in large and delightful grounds of six acres in extent, with many 
adornments and fine facilities for exercise. The school was founded in 1854, and has 
been conducted on a self-supporting basis ever since. The instruction and discipline 
is of a very high character, and the number of pupils is limited to one hundred. Part 
of the buildinsr is devoted to the training of novitiates in the Sisterliood. The whole 
annual charge is $200, including both board and tuition. 

Among other educational and charitable institutions which are doing a gi-and 
work for good in this part of Boston, the Marcella Street Home for Neglected and 
Pauper Boys, should not pass unnoticed or without high praise. 

The branch of the Boston Public Library in the Highlands is one of the largest 
of the eight, and since its union with the Fellowes Athenteum, has been especially 
powerful and widely utilized by the reading public of this region. 



134 BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

The New England hospital for women and children is an unique and well known 
institution, situated in the Highlands, on Codraan avenue. It was established in 
1863 with a three-fold purpose : " To provide for women medical aid of competent 
physicians of their own sex ; to assist educated women in the practice and study of 
medicine, and to train nurses for the care of the sick." In all of these lines and in 
others it has accomplished a wide and beneficient work. It grew out of a movement 
instituted by Dr. Marie E. Takrzewska for the establishment of a clinical department 
of the Female Medical College of Boston. Its building and real estate cost $100,000, 
and is admirably adapted for its work. The annual number of patients treated in 
its hospital wards exceeds 200, and in the dispensary from 3000 to 4000 receive ad- 
vice, medicine and surgical treatment. There are a number of free beds in the hos- 
pital, but most of the patients are received at light charges, requisite to cover ex- 
penses. The medical, surgical and maternity wards are all conducted with the thor- 
ough care and good results, which, despite the predictions of the old school, have at- 
tended the entrance of women into the realm of practical medicine. Yet another ex- 
ample of the generosity and kindly sentiment manifested in the Highlands is St, 
Luke's Home, which is situated on Roxbury street, and furnishes gratuitously to all 
women convalescing from sickness the best of medical treatment. It has accommo- 
dations for forty patients, and in connection with it there has been established in the 
town of Falmouth, a country sanitarium, where thirty-five patients can enjoy all of 
nature's invigorating resources at first hand. The Home was founded in 1870, and 
incori:»orated two years later. 

To turn from these kindly yet sad themes to those of a lighter character, we find 
that the Highlands are not without many popular forms of amusement. There are 
several large halls, where first class entertainments are given. Highland hall. 
Bacon's hali, Orienta, Palladio hall, and Dudley Street Opera House, are well 
known places of high class entertainment. 

Washington market is situated near the indefinite, almost imaginary, boundary 
line between the South End and the Highlands, and is p>atronized largely by citizens 
of the latter place, being the only large market so far wp toAvn. It is at 1883 Wash- 
ington street, and was erected in 187(i. It is a large handsome building, two hundred 
and fifty feet long and one hundred and twenty feet wide, and is a model in every 
respect. 

Perhaps there is no city in New England which received a more appropriate name 
than the old town of Roxbury, Avhich is said to have been so called on account of its 
large rock quarries. These have been largely developed since the settlement of the 
town until now the "Roxbury" stone ranks among the most poi)ular in the state, and 
thus through the durable monument of granite fame, the^name of the old town will be 
preserved for many generations after it has long vanished as a living fact. A few remi- 
niscences of the old town can hardly fail to be of interest to those who have loved it 
in the past, and to whom, probably, it will always seem like a separate town. Rox- 
bury was settled among the earliest towns in America, and in the same year with 
Boston proper, 1G30, which seems to iiave been a year of marked prominence in the 
emigration of the Puritans to this country. The first settlers were mostly from Lon- 



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don, and all of the respectable, middle class which formed, and forms to-day, the back- 
bone of old England as well as of New. Consequently the settlement was begun un- 
der the most favorable moral influences and so continued for many years. According 
to the report of a visitor in its early history: "One might dwell there from year to 
year, and not see a drunkard, hear an oath or meet a beggar." Like many another 
New England settlement, the first few years were spent in mingled and bitter priva- 
tion and fear. The year 1633 marked a great accession to their numbers, and after 
that time growth wns steady and increasing. 

The first church of Roxbury, which we have already mentioned, was founded in 
1632, having but few converts in the state. In this we see the independence and en- 
ergy of the inhabitants in their earliest history. Thomas Welde was the first pastor 
of the church, and in November, 1632, the honored apostle to the Indians, John Eliot, 
who had already come to the front as a man of great intellect and deep sympathies, 
was api^ointed teacher in the church. The first building had no shingles to adorn its 
exterior, or pews to render it comfortable within, being a plain log building. The 
people of the town were distinguished from the beginning by the deep interest 
which they took in the subject of education, of which the "Roxbury Latin School" 
is now one of the shining examples. In fact owing to their universal intelligence and 
the leading of Eliot, Stone and others they early took a leading part in the develop- 
ment of these interests, among others the establishment of Harvard University. For 
the " Free School in Roxbury," the far-seeing colonists spent large amounts, as those 
times went, and sacrificed many things. Mr. Samuel Hayburne led in the good work, 
and sixty of the people promised to give cei-tain sums for the school every year, pledg- 
ing even their barns, houses, orchards and stock. The influence of these measures 
was felt powerfully both without and within the town itself. After long aud steady 
development, the town in 1790, possessed five schools, with an aggregate of 225 jju- 
pils, and throughout the history of this region the progress in this department has 
been great and beneficent. 

The Second Parish Church which was built in 1773 is famous for having been the 
first settlement of the great preacher Theodore Parker. The earliest interment in the 
old burying ground of Roxbury was in 1633. It is an interesting comparison, and 
shows the growth of the Highlands, in that instead of the two churches, which for 
many generations were sufiicient for its religious work, now there are over forty churches 
here, making the region one of the most favored with churches in proportion to its 
population in the world. 

The history of the Highlands during the Revolution vies in interest and glory with 
the other famous sections of this historic region. In all these exciting incidents, the 
rejection of the stamp-act, the destruction of the tea in Boston harbor, the skirmishes 
in Boston with the first British troops and the gallant resistance which the detach- 
ment sent to Lexington and Concord met, the citizens of Roxbury were actively and 
earnestly engaged. After the disdainful redcoats had been driven back into Boston 
like whipped curs by the enraged farmers, all the heights about Boston, except Dor- 
chester were immediately seized by the rebels and Roxbury became one of the most 



136 BOSTOX HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

important centers and rallying points of all the whole series of fortifications which 
now penned tlie British up in the town of Boston, as if in a rat-trap. The Ameri- 
cans did not know where the impatient and hitherto invincible soldiery of old Eng- 
land would attemjit to break through, so they had to keep watch all around the line. 
Gage, Howe and Clinton, the British generals, at first planned to seize Dorchester, 
but the Americans hearing of the attempt, poured large reinforcements into the camp 
at Roxbury, and the plan was likewise counter-checked by the fortifications thrown 
up by the alert and intrepid freemen on Banker and Breed hills. During this memo- 
rable conflict, which in all future time will rank among the great and decisive battles 
of the world, both from the spirit shown by the defenders of liberty, and great issues 
Avhich turned upon it, the men of Roxbury fought with distinguished gallantry, And 
here General Joseph Warren, fighting in tlie ranks, though he might have commanded 
the whole force, and nobly seeking the most dangerous position, reveals to the world 
what heroic men the old Puritan blood and discipline have produced in the new land, 
and how much a smglehero can accomi)hsh among his fellows. Throughout this short 
but sanguinary conflict, the British artillery in the South End had been shelling the 
Americans entrenched in the Highlands at Roxbury. At this time the Roxbury 
heights were occupied by Rhode Island troops, under the command of Gen. Nathaniel 
Green, and so thoroughly did they fortify their position, that Gen. Washington on his 
arrival praised the works as the best on the line. After the division of the army by 
Washington, General Artemas Ward was commander of the right wing, and occupied 
a palatial residence known as the Brierly mansion on Parker hill. On this hill the 
immense and precipitous rocks formed a great natural fortification behind which the 
American line ran, and the region roundabout was covered with tents. The works 
which flanked these rocks were known as High Fort from their commanding situation, 
and most telling use was made of the position in cannonading and harassing the 
usurping inhabitants of Boston. The main encampment in Roxbury was on Meeting- 
House hill, and was noted as being the cleanest and most orderly in the Continental 
army. 

An amusing anecdote is related of this corps and its commander, Brig. Gen. John 
Thomas, who was expecting an attack from the British, and by marching his seven 
hundred men round and round Meeting-House hill, whose front was in plain sight of 
the British camp in Boston, for several hours, until he had made them think there 
were several thousand of the fiery rebels. Thus the war scenes of the time were not 
unrelieved by lighter touches of grim humor. 

Behind Meeting-House hill was the highest fortification known as the " Upper 
Fort," or " Roxbury High Fort," and this was the spot which received the brunt of 
the cannonading, both during the battle of Bunker Hill on the 17th of June, 1775, 
and at other times. The night after the battle, the newly arrived troops lay awake 
under arms all night during a tremendous artillery engagement, hourly expecting an at- 
tack. Both the upper and lower forts were strongly and carefully constructed, de- 
spite the fact that the British cannonaded the soldiers here a large part of the time 
they were building them. A reward Avas offered for those who should bring in a can- 
non ball to headquarters, and the soldiers would chase them after they had fallen and 



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137 



pluck out the fuse, though several made unfortunate mistakes in trying to stop them 
too soon, and losing a foot or a hand. 

Amonfr otiier buildinsjs which were torn down to build into the two forts, was the 
old dwelling house of the Dudley family, whose founder was so prominent in early 
Bostonian history, and which stood where now the Universalist church is. The old 
Warren homestead, since toi'n down and replaced by a more modern structure, was 




WARREN ST., COR. DUDLEY JST. 



then used as a barracks by the troops. The line of circiuuvallation is carried com- 
pletely across the Highlands, not even the old burying grounds being spared, but suf- 
fering all the indignities which follow in war's train. The roails are all obstructed by 
this blockade of trees, etc., and all outlying houses are used for skirmishing. On the 
stage of the Highlands, thus arranged for the bloody play, many exciting scenes of 
strategy and danger take place between June, 1775, and March, 1776. A large part of 
the Highlands during this time was debatable ground, given over to skirmishes and 
parties of ravaging soldiers. The outpost of the American forces was at George's 
tavern, and the British picket came up to what was known as Brown's chimneys about 
a mile away. The British seized on Enoch Brown's house at this point near the rock 
early in the seige, but did not hold it long, as the American cannon soon battered it 



138 BOSTON HIGHLAND ^SKETCHES. 

nearly out of shape. Several volunteers attempted to burn down the remains, but all 
were slain, until on the 8th of July, 1775, a detachment of two hundred men under 
Captains Tupper and Crane, surrounded the mass, drove out the garrison, and burned 
it to the ground. The British, however, succeeded in keeping their picket post at the 
chimneys that were left for several months longer, and moreover by a counter-rally 
soon after burned down the George's tavern, and scattered its gallant defenders. Thus 
for some nine months the Higlilands were one constant scene ot rallying and counter- 
rallying. The skirmishers of each army picked off each others' sentinels, and occa- 
sionally an encounter of some magnitude would end in a great deal of spilt blood. 
The whole region was devastated and l>urnt, neither public nor private projjerty, 
buildings, trees or crops were spared, and when the storm of war had passed, the 
place looked like a desert. There is no country so unhappy and desolate as that lying 
between two hostile armies and fought for by each. Many an unburied victim in 
scarlet coat or homespun lay uncared for in this sad sepulchre, whose modern beauty 
and shining front hides many an unwritten tragedy. In this desultory warfare neith- 
er side gained permanent advantage, though the Americans were practically victori- 
ous so long as the British could Tiot drive them away. The final move in this game 
of war had the Highlands as its basis. During the '2d, 3d and 4th of March, 1776, 
the flower of the army, amounting to some five thousand men were massed here, un- 
known to the enemy. Washington was planning his masterly seizure and fortifying 
of Dorchester heights. 

The niglit of the 4th of March, 1776, was probably the most exciting and critical 
the Highlands had or have ever seen. The battalions were forming: for a dangerous 
march across the neck to the heights of Dorchester, two thousand four hundred men 
being in line. Great trains of wagons carrying tools, fascines, hay and other material 
for a hasty fortification were drawn up in waiting. As soon as darkness had settled, 
the word was given and the long line of march started through the streets of Rox- 
bury, down to tlie Neck. Here a halt was made as the Neck was swept by the ene- 
my's cannon, and discovery meant defeat and destruction by an enfilading cannonad- 
ing. The side of the road toward Boston is protected by a bulwark of hay, and un- 
der a protecting artillery fire from Roxbiiry, Cambridge and Charlestown Neck the 
long column passes over without detection, and mounts the heights in safety. All 
night they work with unceasing vigor, and just before morning, having thrown up a 
strong fort, they are relieved by three thousand fresh troops from Roxbury. This 
move was the checkmate of the baffled Britons. Gen. Howe at first planned a similar 
attack to that at IJunker Hill, but was unable to carry it through, and thoroughly 
beaten set sail on the 17th of March, '70, leaving Boston and the Highlands to a well- 
earned peace, since undisturbed. The ravages which it had suffered did not disap- 
pear from the Highlands for many years, however, and today in some parts can be 
found traces fast disappearing of this sanguinary and troubled time. 

After the Revolution the town progressed steadily, depending chiefly upon manu- 
facturing, and so escaping many of the fluctuations and panics which beset the sea- 
going towns of the state in the early Jiart of the century. If the statement of a vis- 



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itor named Wood, in 1634, " it is a fair and handsome country town, the inhabitants 
of it being all very rich," did not continue to be exactly true, it is still certain that its 
growth has been one of the most healthy, evenly prosperous of any town in the state, 
and that it has had a very small share of earth's poverty and misery. By the time it 
received the city charter in 1846, a very extensive and valuable manufactui-ing inter- 
est, including foundries, tanneries, machines, soap, Avatches, breweries, candles, phos- 
phate, etc., had been built up, which has since largely increased. The Highlands is 
also the place where one of the most famous picture and lithographic establishments 
in the world is situated, the beauty and purity of whose work is international, and 
whose buildings are among the most interesting to visit in the neighborhood of Boston. 
The population of Roxbury at various periods has been as follows : 

1790, 2,226 1850, 18,373 

1810, 3,669 1860, 25,137 

1830, 5,247 1870. 34,772 

1840, 9,089 

At the time of the civil war the city had taken a prominent place in the Common- 
Avealth, and throughout that struggle exerted the most strenuous and honorable efforts. 
A large and full quota of men were sent to the field, and many of her noblest sons of- 
fered up their lives in behalf of liberty and justice. Gen. T. J. C. Amory, and Col. 
Lucius M. Sargent, were among the number of distinguished patriot martyrs. 

A few biographical references to prominent citizens of Roxbury from its founda- 
tion until the present, seems pertinent. The most influential man in the settlement 
of the i^lace was William Pynchon, from Chelmsford, Essex, England. He came to 
America as a companion of John Winthrop of Boston fame, and was esteemed " a 
gentleman of learning and religion." According to the early chronicler, he was " the 
principal founder of the town of Rocksbury, and the first member who joined in form- 
ing the Congregational church there." Up to 1636 he was the leading man 
of the new toAvn, but in that year he led to Connecticut a company of colo- 
nists, and founded the town of Springfield in that state. His mind seems to have 
been of a broader, more liberal cast than Ids fellow Pui-itans, for he published a book 
opposing the cold Calvinism of the age, which was deemed heretical at the time, but 
has been accepted and surpassed by the orthodoxy of today. The book was burned, 
and its author suffered much persecution for his honesty and faith, until, wearied of 
the narrowness of the religious spirit, he returned to England, whei-e he died in 1661. 
A street in the Highlands is named in his honor, and he was certainly one of the 
most remarkable and worthy men of his generation in Xew England, although the 
early records say of his book, that it was "full of errors and weakness and some her- 
esic'^," which from the standpoint of the present seem its highest characteristics. 

John Eliot's history is so interwoven with that of Roxbury, and in fact with all 
early colonial history, that references to him have already been necessitated. A few 
further facts are valuable in connection with this eminent and kind-hearted man. He 
was born in Xazing, Essex, England, and was a graduate of Jesus college, Cambridge. 
He arrived in Boston, Nov. 2, 1631, and though the people of that town wanted him 



140 BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

to Stay with theiu he decided to accept the call given to him hy the people of Rox- 
bury. Here he labored as teacher and pastor for fifty-eiglit years, from 16;U to 1088, 
and exerted an incalculable influence for good in all departments of the town's growth 
The title by which he is known in history, " the Apostle to the Indians," wa>< att. lined, 
by his efforts as the first and most laborious of all the American colonists to convert 
the Indians to Christianity. His great task, the translation of the Bible into the In- 
dian tongue, required a vast outlay of time and labor, forming a colossal monument 
to Eliot's untiring devotion, and one of the most interesting memorials of early Amer- 
ican literature. In the matter of literature, Roxbury was an early and influential 
leader, no less than three of her sons, Pynchon. Calef and Eliot writing works so 
abounding in truth and liberality, in other words, heresy, that the ecclesiastical coun- 
cil thought they must be burned to prevent them from exerting a great inlluence. 
Eliot, in his loving zeal for the Indians, used to undertake long missionary tours into 
the interior, and gained a great influence over the savage, though his efforts were 
neutralized by the cruel treatment of some of the linglish. Eliot's translation of the 
Bible consumed twelve years of hard, steady w-»rking, the language having no alpha- 
bet when he began, so that this had also to be created. The Xew Testament was 
.published at Cambridge in 1661, and the whole Bible two years later. Two editions 
were published, the last of two thousand copies in 1686, and copies are so highly val- 
ued now that a thousand dollars have been given for one. Eliot was the founder of 
the Roxbury Latin School, and his influence in educational matters was felt through- 
out New England. He was the author of several notable books, beside the translation 
of the Bible, and his great intellectual j^owers were attended by a disposition of self- 
sacrifice and charity, which made him universally beloved. Many anecdotes are relat- 
ed of his unfailing and wide benevolence. Unceasing in his toil for others, his own 
habits of life were always temperate and frugal. His saying about wine hns become 
famous : "It is a noble, generous liquor, and we should be humbly thankful for it, but, 
as I remember, water was made before it." Both as a man, and as an intellectual and 
spiritual leader, the memory of John Eliot will be cherished among the most revered 
of this country's early patriots. His death which occurred May 20, 1690, was univer- 
sally and deeply uiourned. 

The Warren family was one of the oldest and most honored in Roxbury. The 
Warren estate was bought in 1687 by the grandfather of the great general, and it re- 
mained in the family for many generations. Here Joseph Warren was born, June 11, 
1741. He graduated at Harvard college, practiced as a successful physician, and was 
an influential teacher of the Roxbury Latin School. His parents had been among the 
leading people of the town, and he admirably maintained the prestige of the family 
His brilliant genius as an orator and writer in the struggle for liberty, was matched by 
a noble, generous disposition which endeared him to all who knew him. He was a 
hero in private as well as public life. His character and powers placed him naturally 
in the van of the great movement preceding the Revolution. His great oration on 
t,he " Boston Massacre," March 5, 1775, was a performance of great danger, as well as 
genius, and his eloquence awoke and inspired the people as if by fire. He seemed to 



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be omnipreseiit during the early clays of the Revolution, being the leading spirit in 
the battle of Lexington, and the beginning of the seige up to the battle of Bunker 
Hill. At this time he was president of the Congress of Massachusetts, and chairman 
of the Committee of Safety, practically occupying the chief position in the new com- 
monwealth. Three da3-s before the battle of Bunker Hill, he was appointed a major 
general. Although he thought the Charlestown movement unwise on account of scar- 



DUDLEY ST., OPP. BAPTIST CHURCH. 

city of ammunition, his clearer judgment being afterward manifest, he joined in the 
movement with a devotion which cost him and the country an invaluable life. His 
heroism on that occasion is too well known to be recounted. A monument to his 
honor stands on Bunker Hill, but it is one of the strange things about Roxbury, that 
she has never erected a monument to Warren, whom the whole country has and will 
delight to honor as her greatest son. His fame will be tenderly kept as long as the 
sentiment of veneration remains in the human heart. The "Joseph Warren Associa- 
tion," organized in 1860, has long been endeavoring to obtain a fitting statue for com- 
memorating Warren. The stone cottage upon the Warren estate today was erected 
by Dr. John C. Warren in 1846, superseding the original homestead erected in 1720. 
Several brothers of General Wan-en were prominent in the Revolution and in the af- 
fairs of Massachusetts since that time. 



142 BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

The Dudley family, also of Roxbury, has been among the most famous of Massa- 
chusetts. The founder was Tliomas Dudley, who achieved fame in England before 
coming to America in 1630, His fatlier, of cavalier blood, was slain in tlie civil war 
of England, 184:2-8, and he received his education in the family of the Earl of Xorth- 
anipton. He received a full legal education, and served with distinction in the French 
wars of the 17th century, under Henry of Xavarre, where he won a captaincy. He 
was one of the four most j)rominent men in the settlement of the Massachusetts Bay 
colony in 1630, locating first at Newton and afterward at Roxbury, to be near John 
Eliot, whom he much admired. He was appointed Sergeant Major, the highest mili- 
tary office in the colony in 1644. In 1684, 1640, 1645, and 1650, he was elected gov- 
ernor, and served as deputy-governor in the intermediate years, up to the time of his 
death, July 31, 1653. He was widely honored for his remarkable power of judgment, 
his untouched honor and fidelity, and his devotion to the ui)building of the colony. 
His strong convictions placed him among' the most intolerant of the persecutors of 
Quakers, Anabaptists, and other so-called heretics. Some harshness characterized his 
treatment of his opponents, and his quarrel with Gov. Winthrop is one of the great 
topics of early history. Arising from a hot dispute on some purchases of Dudley's, 
not without some blame on both sides, it continued several yeai:s and was finally ended 
in 1638, when these two most prominent men in the colony were reconciled in the 
new settlement fittingly called Concord. The family of Dudley has been one of the 
most celebrated in the literary annals of New England. Among other descendants, 
have been Oliver Wendell Holmes and Richard H. Dana. His daughter, Annie, after- 
ward married to Gov. Bradstreet, produced the first volume of jjoeras (1642) in 
America, and though not of the highest value, they are still important as the first 
fruits of the New England mind. Thomas Dudley contributed to a degree hai'dly 
equaled by few others, to the foundation and upbuilding of New England, and through 
his descendants he strongly affected the growth of the state. His son Joseph was 
born July 23, 1643, in the town of Roxbury, when his aged f ither wis already seventy 
years old. Though educated for the ministry, Joseph turned early and naturally to- 
public life and served as a member of the general court from 1673 to 1675. He was 
a commissioner to the Narra^^ansett In<lians in 1775, being present at the last desper- 
ate battle fought by King Philip, and arranging the terms of the treaty. He was a 
commissioner of the United Colonies from 1677 to 1681 ; deputy governor from 1676' 
to 1685 ; and president of New England from 1685 to 1686, receiving his commission 
from James the Second. He made a voyage to England in 1682, being one of the 
commissioners app:)inted to endeavor to save the old charter of Massachusetts, but 
not being successful, and being considered as wanting in firmness and patriotism at 
that time, he gained a bad reputation among his fellow citizens in Massachusetts, which 
was not changed for many years. He made many friends in England, among others 
the celebrated essayist of the Spectator, Sir Richard Steele, who said that " he owed 
an abundance of those fine thoughts and the manner of expressing them, which he 
since presented to the world (Spectator and Tattler), to his happy acquaintance with 
Colonel Dudley." He returned to New England as a member of Governor Andros' 
government council, of which he served as president, ami chief justice of the supreme 



BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 143 

court fiom 1687 to 1689, which added to his unpopularity, and when the Andros gov- 
ernniL'iit was overthrown in 1689 by the liberty-loving spirit of the people, he suffered 
with it, being arrested at Providence, R. I., and thrown into prison along with the 
governor at Boston. After nine months of distressing imjn-isonment he was released, 
and appointed by the English government as chief justice of Xew York, where he 
served 1690-1692. He returned to England in 1693, where he remained until 1701, 
when he received the appointment of governor of Massachusetts, and came back with 
honors to his native colony, which shortly before had thrust him out. He was unpop- 
ular yet for six or seven years even in his native Roxbury, but finally by judicious ad- 
ministration and high cliaracter, he conquered their prejudices and was honored 
thereafter to the end of his life in 1720. His term of governorship ended in 1715, on 
the accession of a new sovereign, George I, to the throne, tlie chief feature of his term 
being the able manner in which he conducted the French and Indian wars ending in 
1713 with the treaty of Utrecht. He lived a retired life on his farm at Roxbury from 
1715 to 1720, and his funeral was celebrated with great honors. So completely had 
the people changed their minds that the chief paper, the Boston News Letter, speaks 
of him as "a singular honor to his country, early its darling, always its ornament, and 
in age its crown." He was a man of distinguished abilities as a statesman and lawyer, 
but of rather unsteady will, and none too scrupulous in his choice of methods in ob- 
taining the ambition of his life. He was the first American who sat in the English 
parliament, representing Newton, England, in 1701, and was very mucli esteemed at 
the English court, which was not a high recommendation at home. He was one of the 
most influential in advancing the interests of Harvard College, helping to give it& 
charter a permanent character. He left £50 in his will to the Roxbury Latin School, 
and contributed much to the upbuilding of educational interests in this region. 
He was one of the most gifted sons that Roxbury ever proluced, and equaled by 
but few. 

Paul Dudley, son of the preceding, was born at Roxbury in 1675, graduated at 
Harvard in 1690, and- afterward at the law school in the Temple, London. He re- 
turned to New England with his father in 1702, and Av^as appointed in that year attor- 
ney general of the colony. He was elected a member of the legislature, of the execu- 
tive council, and speaker of the house ; a justice of the supreme court in 1718, and 
from 1745 until his death in 1751, was chief justice of Massachusetts. The great 
work of his life was in the legal profession and he was a born leader. As a lawyer 
and a judge he was among the most talented and preeminent tliat the state has had, 
and left a fame which has not yet died away. Many of the great reforms and im- 
provements in the state courts of law were due to his efforts. He was deej^ly inter- 
ested, like his father, in the educational affairs of the colony, founding a lectureship, 
among other things, at Harvard. He was elected a member of the Royal Society of 
London, a rare distinction for an American. He did much for his native town of 
Roxbury, where he was always highly honored. He was also, together with his broth- 
er, chief-original proprietor of the town of Dudley, Mass. 

Among other honored members of the family were Colonels William and Joseph 
Dudley. The former was the youngest son of Gen. Joseph Dudley, born in 1686,. 



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graduated at Harvard in 1704, and occupied a commanding position in the civil and 
military affairs of the state. He served with lionor as a colonel in the exj^edition 
against Port Royal in 1710, as a member and speal^er of the liouse of representatives, 
and as a member of the governor's council. He was one of the greatest orators of 
his time, and a man of great powers and noble character. His son, Col. Josepli Pud- 
ley, served with honor during the Revolutionary war, and afterward in civil life. He 
was the last great man of this distinguished family, who, taken as a whole, have pro- 
duced more men of genius and power than any other of Roxbury's great families, 
though their glory has now passed away. The Universalist clmrch in the Highlands 
is now situated on the site of Governor Dudley's old mansion, which in its time was 
one of the most elaborate and beautiful in the colony. It was razed to the ground 
soon after tlie battle of Bunker Hill, ami its brick foundation walls formed the corner 
of the fort already mentioned as having l)een erected on Meeting-House hill. It was 
occu|iied at the time by a tory, named Isaac Winslow. 

Among other great governors which Roxbury has given the state, the name of 
Increase Sumner deserves an honored place. He was born Nov. 9, 1746, in an old- 
fashioned house, back of where Hall's block on Roxbury street now stands. He at- 
tended the Roxbury Latin School, of which he was later a master, after his gradua- 
tion from Harvard in 17G7. Me was a prominent lawyer of the town during the 
Revolutionary period, and was elected a member ot the state convention to ratify the 
Federal Constitution in 1789. Here he took a leading part and gained a great repu- 
tation for ability and judgment. He was elected governor in 1797, and was tlie first 
governor to occupy the new state-house which was o[)ened in the following year with 
appropriate ceremonies. He was re-elected in 1798 and 1799, but did not live to ad- 
minister the duties of tlie office a third time. The oath was administered to him on 
his death bed, and his funeral was said to have been the most solemn and grand the 
state had ever seen up to that time. Business all tlirough the state was suspended 
and signs of mourning were universally displayed for one of Massachusetts' greatest 
and most beloved sons. In personal character and powers of mind, and in every 
grace of social intercourse with men he was one of those rare men who seem born to 
be admired and followed by their fellows. He came of an old and honored family, 
active in the affairs of the eighteenth century, and the revolutionary war, and his son. 
Gen. Wm. H. Sumner, was a prominent leader in the military affairs of the state. The 
Sumner house is yet in existence, having been moved back from the street early in 
the century and is one of the antiquities of the town. 

Gen. William Heath was another military hero from Roxbury. He was descended 
from one of the oldest families in the town, which was founded by William Heath of 
Nazing, England, who settled here in 163'2. He was early enamoured of military life', 
and was appointed captain of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Bos- 
ton, in 1770. One of the moving spirits in the agitation and movements leading up 
to the Revolution, it was chiefly due to his efforts that the minute men service which 
proved so important at the outbreak of war, was put upon a good working basis. He 
was unanimously chosen captain of the first company of Roxbury, in 1774, and in the 
same year made a colonel of a Suffolk county regiment. He served as a leading mem- 



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145 



ber.in the provincial Congress of 1774 and 1775, and on the committees of correspon- 
dence and safety. One of liis most important services was rendered at Lexington and 
Concord on the famous 10th of April, 1775, where he was the only general officer, and 
contributed a large share toward the final repulsion of the British^soldiers. He led 
the pursuit of the baffled brigands, and began the seige of Boston by posting guards 
at Charlestown neck that same night. For these and other notable service! 'lie re- 
ceived the commission of major-general in June, 1775, which was confirmed by Con- 
I ■ = . ..™. 







WASHINGTON PARK, DALE, COR. BAINBRIDGE STREET, 
gress in the following August. During the war he rendered Washington constant and 
valuable aid, and was appointed by him to command West Point, after the treason of 
Benedict Arnold. After the war he served the state as member of the convention to 
ratify the constitution in 1-789; as state senator from 1791 to 1792; as judge of pro- 
bate in Norfolk county from 1793 until his death in 1814. He refused th^ office of 
lieutenant-general of the state to which he was elected in 1806. He was one of 
Washington's most trusted generals, and held as his highest honor "a letter of high 
praise given him by the commander-in-chief, at West Point, when he was the Last 
general in the army to disband his troops. The ashes of this staunch patriot and no- 
ble man now rest in Forest Hills cemetery ; though no memorial has ever been raised 
to his memory, he Avill ever remain among the most honored sons of Roxbury. 

Gen. John Greaton was another j^rominent Roxburian in the revolution. He was 
a companion and adviser of Warren and Heath through the preliminary struggle of 
the war, and performed very valuable services at Lexington. Rising rapidlv throucrh 
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146 BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

the gni'les of major, lieutenant-colonel, and colonel of Gen. Heath's regiment,' his 
gallant services during the seigo of Boston attracted wide attention. He engaged in 
the fateful expedition to Canada in 177G where he barely escaped death. He per- 
formed important services in the Jersey campaigns, at Princeton and Trenton in 1777,. 
and the campaign against Burgoyne in 1779. Though his gallantry an-l great services 
were equalled by few other officers, Congress was ungratefully slow in recognizing 
them, an<l did not bestow the honor of brigalier-general up )n him until the close of 
the war in 1783. He spared himself in no way throughout the war, and came home 
at its close so utterly exhausted that he died soon after, Dec. 16, 1783. He sleeps the 
last, Ion"' sleep from which no reveille awakes him, in the old burying-grounds of 
Roxbury, his grave unmarked by any stone. Roxbury would seem ungrateful in the 
matter of honoring her gallant sons, but it is not perhaps so much that, as that she 
honors tliem more in a quiet way, and has so m my of higli rank aii'l fanu there is no 
special en leavor to honor the memory of one, but they all rest untouched by tlie lapse 
of time, forever safe in the loving regard of her citizens. 

Prominent among the names of the families that have exercised a great influence 
in various periods of the town's history, are tliose of Alcock, Allen, Amory, Auchmuty, 
Baker, Birtlett, Bowen, Brewer, Bonman, Crafts, Curtis, Davis, Dearborn, Denison, 
Daggett, Dorr, Draper, Eustis, Felton, Gardiner, Gore, Griggs, Httch, Hawes, Howe, 
Johnson, Lamb, Lewis, Lym, May, Mayo, Mears, Munroe, Newell, Parker, Payson, 
Perrin, Pierpont, Porter, Reed, Richardson, Ruggles, Seaver, Smith, Stevens, Thomp- 
son, Walter, Weld, Whiting, Whitney, White, Willard, Williams and Young. By 
comparing these names with the map one can see how Roxbury streets were named 
after her best people, ami had in their time some living significance. 

The Williams family was noted for its military character, having for four officers 
in it Captains Nathaniel, Jolm, Eleazar, and Col. Joseph, the chiefest of whom was 
Joseph, as usual, for who dare say there is nothing in a name. Col. Joseph Williams 
was one of the old standbys of the town. He was born here in 1708, and died in 1798 
at the acre of ninety. He cared not much for public office or he could have had more, 
indeed all he wanted of it. As it is, his name appears in the town records more often 
than any other. For a great many years successively he was a leading selectman and 
moderator of town meetings; also a meml^er of the general court. He gained his 
colonelcy in the French wars, winning bright laurels at Fort George on the Mohawk 
river. His influence told greUly in the preparatory struggles of the R-?volution, as he 
was a staunch and most out spoken patriot. He was very remarkable for his physical 
streno-th, as well as his intellectual powers, both of which he transmitted to his fifteea 
children in an extraordinary degiee. 

Gen. Joseph Palmer was another military man, to which class, indeed, Roxbury 
seemed to offer special attractions, who came there during the eighteenth century. 
He was a native of England and arrived in the town ix 1746. His first work was to 
establish extensive salt works on Boston neck, where he was the constructor of a great 
dam, long known by his name. He was very prominent as a patriot, statesman and 
general during the revolutionary war. His chief services were rendered in the pro- 
vincial congress, of which he w;is a member in 1774 aud 1775, and as a brigadier-gen- 



BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 147 

eral of the state militia in the campaign in Rhode Island, 1778. He died by a sudden 
stroke of palsy, contracted through his exertions in completing his dam for the salt- 
works, December 25, 1788. It is perhaps worthy of note, that if they had celebrated 
Christmas day in his time, old Gen. Palmer might have lived many another long year 
in peace and happiness. " Thus even the whirligig of time bring in its revenges." 

Governor William Eustis of Roxbury, was one of the most powerful public men 
the state has had since its beginning. He was born here and gradunteil at Harvard 
College, being a favorite pupil hi the Latin School of Gen. Warren. He was present 
as surgeon at the battle of Lexington, and at many other important battles during the 
war. After it was over he practiced his profession with great success for a time, but 
was soon drawn irresistibly into public life. He was elected a member of the legisla- 
ture in 1788, and passed soon, his abilities being immediately recognized, into the 
national congress. He served as secretary of war in President Madison's cabinet up 
to 1812, when not agreeing witli the war policy, he received a transfer to the place 
of minister to Holland, which he occupied from 1815 to 1818. In 1823, 1824 and 
1825, he was elected to the gubernatorial chair of the state, giving very popular ad- 
ministrations, and dying in office during his third term, exactly like Governor Sumner 
before him. This is one of the remarkable instances of history's repeating itself. Flis 
death occurred February 6, 1825, and was universally mourned. During Lafayette's 
visit to New England and Boston in 1824, he was the especial guest of Gov. Eustis at 
Roxbury, who exerted himself strenuously to i^rovide the most elaborate entertain- 
ments, and in them he was heartily and actively supported by the people of Roxbury. 
An amusing anecdote is related of the French general's tour through the country : 
Having occasion at one time to ask a social acquaintance the question, " Are you mar- 
ried?" he replied to an affirmative answer with an emphatic "Happy man I" Atanotli- 
er time when the same question elicited a self-congratulatory " Xo," he whispered in 
his friend's ear, " You're a lucky dog." Who but a brilliant Frenchman could have 
differentiated the two conditions with more witty epigrams and salient truth. 

Governor William Shirley was another leader who hailed from Roxbury. He was 
born in London, England, and educated there at Cambridge University. His success- 
ful law practice in England made him the confidant and friend of Sir Robert Walpole 
and the Duke of Newcastle. After coming to Boston in 1731, he practised here with 
much honor and renown, and ten years later, in 1741, he was raised to the governor- 
ship by the hearty and combined efforts of his powerful friends at home and the peo- 
ple here. He was the organizer and chief tfirector of the great military movement in 
Canada, in 1745, which ended in the capture of Louisburg, and a vital wound being 
inflicted on the French power in America. Other strong and popular measures marked 
his administration which ended in 1749. He then went to England, and was appoint, 
ed one of the commissioners to arrange the American boundary line. Gov. Shirley was 
appointed a major-general in 1755, and governor of the Bahamas in 1758. He returned 
to his great Roxbury mansion in 1769, where he died two years later, widely mourned 
in this country and England. His mansion, one of the most elegant in the American 
colonies, did not descend to his posterity, but was afterward occupied by Gov. Eustis, 
and is now one of the most stately of the old New England mansions. 



148 BOSTON HIGHLAND SKETCHES. 

A reference to Caleb Fellowes, who founded the Fellowes Athreneum, is necessary 
in any account of the honored men of Roxbury. He was a native of Gloucester, 
Mass, but settled in Roxbury in 1816, where he made a Inrgo fortune, most of whicli 
he left to found the libiary which bears his name, and will ever render it honored in 
the Highlands. 

This account of the honored men of the Highlands is necessarily incomplete from 
the very large number of great men which this region has produced; indeed, in ex- 
amining tlie records, Ave are convinced that no other place in the state, outside of 
Boston, can show a longer list of more eminent names, and the memory of their ser- 
vices are recorded for all time in the progress and glory of the old Bay State, both in 
military, civil and literary domains. A list of the niayois of Roxbury from the time 
of incorpoi-ation in 1846, until united with Boston in 1867, is as follows : 

John James Clarke, . 1846-47. 

H. A. S. Dearborn ' . 1847-51. 

Samuel Walker, 1851-53. 

Louis Bacon Comins, ........ 1854-55. 

James Ritchie, 1855-56. 

John Sherburne Sleeper, 1856-58. 

Theodore Otis, 1859-60. 

William Gaston, . 1861-62. 

George Lewis, ......... 1863-67. 

As we remarked at the beginning of our sketch, there can be no doubt that, mate- 
rially speaking, Roxbury has made vast and unprecedented progress since she was 
married to Boston and christened the Highlands. There seems to be no use whatever 
in lamenting this union as it was plainly in the inevitable tendency of things and the 
survival of the fittest is the law of civilization. That she will continue to advance, 
and in time in all lines, under her new name and auspices is not only the deep desire, 
but the not unreasonable assurance of her friends. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



BOSTON HIGHLANDS 



Griffith's Steam Laundry, W. B. Merrill, 
Proprietor, No. 173, 175 and 177 Dudley Street, 
Corner Harrison Avenue, Highlands. If public 
laundries continue to increase in numbers and 
in patronage as rapidly as they have of late 
years, the familiar horrors of a domestic " wash 
day" will soon become a mere tradition, and 
one fruitful source of discomfort and strife will 
be banished from our households. As in the 
case of all improvements, they had to encounter 
strong prejudices and oppositions at first, but 
the superiority of the work they turned out was 
so plainly manifest and the prices charged were 
so low that they soon overcame all objections, 
and secured a firm and lasting hold on popular 
favor. Steam has worked wondrous changes in 
about every industry to which it has been ap- 
plied, but it is a question if in any of them the 
changes have been more radical, the standard 
of improvement higher, and the benefits to the 
public more pronounced, than in the Laundry 
business. Once it could be said that every- 
body's clothes were washed at home, but now 
with equal truth it might be asserted that they 
were brought to the Laundry. This is due to a 
variety of causes, of course, as is any other 
great popular change, but chief among them 
are the facts that the work could be done easier, 
cheaper and better in this way, and that the 
system of receiving and distributing the goods 
soon became so perfect as to almost ensure 
against loss or even serious delay. The best- 
appointed and most largely-patronized Laundry 
in New England is that carried on by Mr. W. B. 
Merrill, at No. 173. 17-5 and 177 Dudley street, 
under the name of the Griffith's Steam Laundry. 
This establishment was founded about ten years 
ago and was soon taken into popular favor, its 
business having been a steadily-growing one 



from its inception. This great success was 
largely due to the enterprise and ability of Mr. 
Merrill, who has been indefatigable in his ef- 
forts to improve the reliability and efficiency of 
the laundry, and has thus gained the confidence 
of the public in a marked and uni;sual degree. 
The business was formerly conducted at the 
corner of Warren and Dudley streets, (under 
Palledio Hall) but owing to the rapid increase 
of the business Mr. Merrill erected the present 
building No. 173, 175 and 177 Dudley street, and 
in the spring of 1888 moved his extensive 
machinery, etc., to this building. Here every 
convenience is at hand for turning out the im- 
mense amount of work done at short notice. 
The machinery which is of the most expensive 
and improved descripriou is run by a large steam 
engine located in tho basement, where are also 
located the immense boilers for boiling the 
clothes. From 90 to 100 hands are employed and 
as every department of the business is under 
Mr. Merrill's close personal supervision, the 
quality of the work done is first-class in every 
respect. The very finest goods can be sent here 
without damage either to fabric or color as no 
injurious chemicals are employed in the cleans- 
ing process. In addition to the principal office 
on Dudley street, Mr. Merrill has almost a hun- 
dred agencies in different sections of the city 
and suburbs. In spite of the immense business 
transacted the same careful attention is given 
to each order however small intrusted to the 
laundry, and if the trade continues to increase 
the next ten years as rapidly as it has the last, 
the present building, large as it is will have to 
be enlarged. Orders may be sent by postal 
card or telephone and goods will be called for 
and delivered, four teams being employed for 
this purpose. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Frank Ferdiuaud, "Blue Store," Fui-ui- bury has a Billiard Hall worthy of the section 
ture, Carpets, Stoves. Bedding and House Fur- ' in which it is located, for there can be no dis- 
nishinc: Goods, No. 22(30 Washington Street, pute that the establishment now carried on bv 
The "Blue Store" was established in 1867, just Mr. E. B. Wood at the corner of Washington 
twenty-one years ago. It was at first rather a and Vernon Streets, is the largest and tlnest 
small affair, but it was a very healthy infant and appointed in the city. The Norfolk Billiard 
was c-ired for with skill and liberality. Of late Hall was formerly located a few doors from its 
years its proportions have become immense, but , present situation, but its quarters proved too 
unlike some other enterprises that could be small to accommodate the rapidly increasing 
mentioned, tliis increase has not brought about business and on the completion of the mag- 
the use of "'red-tape" to such a degree that a nificent building it now occupies, the enter- 
man must expend five dollars' worth of time in prise was transferred to the spacious room 
buying a one-dollar article; and the smallest as utilized. The Hall is conducted on a strictly 
well as the largest buyer will find that his or temperance basis and no liquors are tolerated on 
her interests are guarded, and that any misun- the premises at present. It is 70x100 ft. in dimen- 
derstandings that may occur where thousands , sions and is without doubt the best lighted in 
of dollars' worth of goods are sold weekly will the city, as it has windows on three sides and 
be promptly and cheerfully corrected wi'thout four gas burners to every table. The draperies 
the least compulsion or ill-feeUng. How do we and furniture are elegant and even luxurious, 
know this ? Well, we have " been there " our- and the twelve billiard and three pool tables 
selves, and speak from personal experience, with which the place is equipped are of the 
Then, again, think for a moment. Mr. Ferdi- most approved manufacture, being made by 
nand has carried on business here for over A. W. Bailey, and are maintained in first-class 
twenty years. He is located near no depots, has I condition. Balls, cues and every article used 
never appealed to out-of-town buyers for the ; in the establishment are subjected to a careful 
bulk of his custom, but has sold at least seven- ! and rigid inspection daily, and patrons are 
eighths of his goods right here in the High- spared the annoyance of having to search for 
lands witiiin a radius of two miles. Everybody properly tipped cues or asking for chalk, as 
knows the kind of people who make up the ma- such wants are anticipated and fully provided 
jority of the population of the Highlands, and for. A rifle range of 75 feet is at hand for the 
therefore everybody knows that they will sub- convenience of those interested in marksman- 
mit to neither imposition nor extortion. What, ship, and the rifles furnished being of the 
then, is to be concluded when we see the mar- Ballard and the Winchester manufacture, are 
velous development of the " Blue Store's" not the toy weapons usually found in shooting 
trade? Has it a monopoly ? The idea is ab- galleries, but costly, serviceable guns of stand- 
surd on its face. Numerous other dealers ban- '"^id weight and strength, capable of throwing a 
die House Fuinishing Goods, selling the same j ball half a mile with accuracy, so that a man 
for cash or installments, numerous other dealers ^ho shoots well in this hall can shoot equally 
employ competent and polite salesmen; but '"'ell in the field or woods. Two handsome 
where can another "Blue Store" be found? Hallet & Davis upright pianos are also at the 
The only "monopoly" .Mr. Ferdinand enjoys is disposal of patrons. This is an attraction sel- 
that given him by his ability to supply reliable f^om found in a billiard room and will be ap- 
goods at pi-ices below those of his would be predated by all gentlemen fond of music. The 
competitors, and there you have the whole proprietor of this popular enterprise is Mr. E. 
story. His establishment is a credit to the city. B. Wood, who is a native of Boston, and is to be 
It is the most extensive of the kind in New congratulated on having solved the oft-repeated 
England, and every inch of space has a legiti- problem: Who is to furnish the Highlands 
mate use. Visit it; it will cost you nothing, with a first-class billiard hall? 
On the contrary, if you have furniture to buy, 
you can save a liberal percentage and can be 
sure you are getting just what you think 
you are, for one of Mr. Ferdinand's "cast-iron" 
rules is, " Xo misrepresentation." Every arti- 



Wni. W. Bartlet, ph.o., Pharmaceutical 
Chemist, 075 Shawmut Avenue. The profes- 
sional Pharmacist is one who operates effect- 
ively in times of need in arresting and allevi- 
cle necessary to furnish a house from garret to ating the ailments and ills of the human body, 
cellar is sold by him, and he guarantees both and therefore deserves the most thankful and 
his goods and his prices to be satisfactory in appreciative consideration on the part of the pub- 



every respect. 




NorloHc Billiard Hall, E. B. Wood, Pro- 
prietor, corner of Washington and Vernon Sts., 
Boston, lifass. It may at last be said that Rox- 



lic. Mr. Wm. W. Bartlet has since 1873 been 
actively engaged in the pharmaceutical profes- 
sion. He graduated in that year with honor at 
the Massachusetts College of Pharmacj% and 
for several j^ears was a member of its board 
of trustees. He is also a member of the 
the Mass. State Phar. Association, of the Bos- 
ton Druggists' Association, of the American 
Phar. .Vssociation of which he is committee on 
prize essays, and of the Mass. Druggists' Alli- 
ance, and now occupies and controls a fine and 
well appointed Drug Store at No. 675 Shawmut 
Avenue, where is conducted a large business in 
this line. The premises utilized by Mr. Bart- 
let cover an area of 20 by 40 feet, and are fitted 
up with every possibility requisite for the pros- 
ecution of the extensive retail trade and nianu- 



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151 



facture of the following well-known prepara- 
tions: Peptocarb (or Pepsinated Charcoal); 
Peptocarb Tablets, small; Aromatic Elixir, 
Pepsin Compound; Aromatic Saccharated Pan- 
creatin; Bartlet's Concentrated Meat Juice ; 
Pancreat Emulsion Cod Liver Oil; Saccha- 
rated Pepsin ; Pepsin Porci; Essence of Jamaica 
Ginper ; Sarsaparilla and Iodide of Potassium; 
Bartlet's Camphor Ice and Glycerine ; Beef, 
Iron and Wine; Anodyne Corn Remover; Orange 
Cream. Mr. Bartlet keeps a full line of Pure 
Drugs, Proprietary Medicines, Chemicals and 
Toilet Articles, and has a well developed pre- 
scription trade, and in this department of the 
business the house takes rank with the first iu 
the city for purity of drugs, and the accuracy 
and care with which medicines are compounded. 
Mr. Bartlet is a native of Xewburyport and a 
highly respected citizen of the community. He 
is a member of the Royal Arcanum. The suc- 
cess of this house is as well merited as it is 
prominent. 

G. R. Soderbery, Carpenter and Builder, 
24 Warren Street, Boston. Jobbing promptly 
attended to. We feel sure that all those fa- 
miliar with the business methods of Mr. G. R, 
Soderbery, who is located at 24 Warren street, 
will bear us out in selecting him for special 
mention in this book. He is very widely 
known. The promises occupied are of the di- 
mensions of 2.5 X .50 feet, and employment is af- 
forded to about ten men on the average. Mr. 
Soderbery is well prepared to undertake any 
job in the line of carpentering on the shortest 
notice, and his facilities are such that he is able 
to do the best of work at the lowest prices. All 
orders are given the personal attention of Mr. 
Soderbery, and satisfaction is guaranteed in 
■every respect. 

Hig-liland Creamerj', W. E. Davis. Pro- 
prietor; Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Choice 
Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Lard and Beans, No. 1901 
Washington Street. In the division of retail 
trade up into specialties, which has been stead- 
ily going on for some years, one of the most 
noticeable points is the prominence that has 
been accorded to the handling of butter, cheese, 
eggs and other country produce, and it has 
been learned that when a concern confines its 
business to the sale of these indispensable com- 
modities it is generally able to quote lower 
prices on them, as well as furnish them in bet- 
ter condition, than those houses that deal in 
many other products, and only make the sup- 
plying of dairy goods, etc., a subordinate feature 
of their business. Mr. W. E. Davis, of No. 
1901 Washington street, has achieved the name 
of carrying as finely flavored and in every waj"^ 
desirable a stock of butter and cheese as there 
is to be found in this city, and it is also conceded 
that his prices are as low as the lowest, when 
the quality of the goods is considered. He only 
began operations in ISST, succeeding Mr. J. C. 
Atkinson, who founded the undertaking in 1881, 
but he has already built up a large and growing 
patronage, and neglects no means to ensure a 
continuance of his present success. The store 
is a spacious and attractive one, and being fitted 
up especially for this line of business contains 
every facility for properly storing and caring for 
the goods dealt in. Both a wholesale and retail 



trade is carried on, and goods are sold on com- 
mission, prompt retuins being made and satis- 
faction guaranteed. Butter, cheese, eggs, lard, 
beans, etc,, are furnished in quantities to suit, 
at positively the lowest market rates, and the 
employment of two efficient assistants allows of 
prompt and courteous attention being assured 
to every customer. 




K. .S. M.'irsfesou. Dealer in House Furnish- 
ing Goods, 2329. 2 iol. 233:!, 2:'>3.-), 2337, Washing- 
ton Street. " Nothing succeeds like success," 
says the proverb, and what more .striking com- 
mentary on the methods employed and induce- 
ments offered by Mr. R. S. Margeson in the line 
of House FurniVhing.s, etc.. can be given than 
that afforded by the patronage given the enter- 
prise under that gentleman's control since it 
was inaugurated in 18S3. Those familiar with 
the premises first occupied know that they con- 
tained the right goods at the right prices, and 
hence a thriving trade was soon established 
that grew and grew until finally the present 
beautiful, spacious and convenient edifice was 
built, and the establishment transferred to its 
new quarters. Here four floors are occupied, 
each measuring 60 x 90 feet, and the magnifi- 
cent show-windows give tempting glimpses of 
and hints at what is within. The same meth- 
ods that built up the enterpri.se, are depended 
upon to still further increase its magnitude, 
and the constantly lengthening list of patrons 
shows that this dependence is fully justified by 
the results attained. Mr. Margeson is not a 
man to be content with any but a leading posi- 
tion in the line of business which he carries on, 
and he makes it a rule to allow no concern to 
undersell him or to offer more liberal induce- 
ments to purchasers. To those who have never 
visited his establishment we would say, " Do so 
by all means." There may be found as fine and 
complete a selection of House Furnishing Goods 
as New England can show, and every article in 
the immense stock is fully warranted to prove 
as represented in every respect. Whether you 
occupy a three room "flat" or a thirty room 
mansion Mr. Margeson can furnish it for you, 
complete in every detail — kitchen, dining-room, 
parlors, chambers, halls, and all, can cover the 
floors with any material desired, from a Velvet 
Wilton to a Straw Matting, hang the walls with 
Pictures, furnish Decorations in any quantity 
desired, and do it all at as low a figure as can be 
named by any one on similar goods. He em- 
ploys ten energetic and polite assistants. 



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D. H. Everett, provisions, 1935 Washing- 
ton Street. Notwitbstanclinfr there are many 
provision stores to be found tlirouKhout the 
city, there is always a demand for informa- 
tion regarding a thoroughly reliable establish- 
ment of this kind, and therefore no excuse need 
be made for asking our readers to give their at- 
tention a moment to these few words regarding 
the enterprise carried on by Mr. D. II. kverett, 
at No. 1935 Washington street. We said infor- 
mation relating to reliable establishments, and 
really know of none that could be more truth- 
fully described in those words than that alluded 
to, for Mr. Everett makes it a point to offer only 
Buch goods as he believes to be satisfactory and 
will at all times be found ready and willing to 
repair and make duo amends for any mistake 
that may occur. He is a native of New York, 
and founded his present undertaking in 1883, 
meeting with instant and pronounced success, 
as the public was quick to see the genuine 
merits of his goods and his prices spoke for 
themselves, as indeed they do now more strong- 
ly than ever. The premises occupied comprise 
one floor and a basement of the dimengions of 
2.5 X 40 feet, and very completely fitted up. 
There are four efficient and polite assistants 
employed, and hence very little delay is met 
with at any time in being waited upon, a fact 
which has done much to give this store the pop- 
ularity it now enjoys. Meats of all kinds are 
always in stock, and from the choicest and cost- 
liest cuts down to neck and soup pieces, are 
sold at bottom rates. The trade is rapidly in- 
creasing and the percentage of "regular" cus- 
tomers is very large. 



Fred Hoeflfaer, Upholsterer, 40 Warren 
Street, Opposite Post-office. It requires no ar- 
gument to prove that Upholstering is either 
good or bad, for to eyes experienced in such 
work an imperfect job of Upholstering is wholly 
bad and should not be tolerated by anybodj'. 
But our readers may inquire how they are to 
know the good from the bad; and as the easier 
way to answer this question we would refer 
them to the establishment conducted by Mr. 
Fred Hoeffner at No. 40 Warren Street, oppo- 
site the post-office. Here they will find some 
of the finest specimens of Upholstery Work to 
be seen in the city, and we have but little fear 
that they will bo imposed upon by incompetent 
upholsterers after Ihey liave seen what can be 
done in that line. Mr. Hoeffner has no desire 
and no intention of thriving at the expenf^e of 
other people, but his work speaks for itself and 
we need say no more concerning it. He is a 
native of Itoxbury and inaugurated his present 
enterprise in 1882, since which time a larjje bus- 
iness has been built up. Two floors and a base- 
ment are occupied, measuring 20 x 70 feet, and 
four experienced and careful assistants em- 
ployed. Upholstered Furniture is largely dealt 
in, and a specialty is made of individual and 
uncommon designs. Window Shade and Car- 
pet Work is given prompt, careful and thorough 
attention, and satisfaction is warranted to cus- 
tomers. Mattresses are made to order, or old 
ones will be renovated so as to be as good as 
new, while Shades and Lace Curtains will be 
thoroughly and permanently cleansed without 



injury and at low rates. Mr. Hoeffner is a 
member of the Ancient Order of United Work- 
men, and has many friends throughout this por- 
tion of the city. 



M & H. H. Collius, Practical Plumbers, 
No. 121 Dudley Street. Modern plumbing is 
becoming more and more of a science every day 
and the march toward perfection in this line, 
is a steady and constant one. The methods of 
ten or even five years ago, have already been 
almost entirely superseded, and caution should 
be used in the placing of orders for plumbing 
work, to see that they are intrusted to men who 
are progressive as well as practical. No firm 
holds a hif^her reputation lor good work, mod- 
erate charges and enterprising methods, than 
does that of Messrs. M. & II. H. Collins, doing 
business at No. 121 Dudley street, and as this 
house has been before the public since 1876, 
there has certainly been abundant chance to 
observe what its merits are. Both partners are 
well known here, both in and out of the trade, 
and the steady increase in the business of the 
firm from year to year, is the best possible proof 
that it satisfies its customers and is worthy of 
the liberal patronage received. Practical 
plumbing of every description is done at the 
shortest possible notice, and as employment is 
given to ten competent and experienced assis- 
tants a large amount of work can be very quick- 
ly disposed of. Contracting is an important 
branch of the business, and the complete piping 
and general fitting up of new houses are given 
special attention, estimates and specifications 
being furnished when desired and strictly ad- 
hered to in the practical carrying out of the 
work. Jobbing of all kinds is also largely car- 
ried on, and prompt, faithful service assured to 
every customer. The most difficult jobs will 
be undertaken, and reasonable prices and dura- 
ble work guaranteed in every instance. 



F. J. Williams, Dealer in Provisions, 
Fruits and Vegetables, No. 127 Dudley Street, 
Revere Market. The "Revere Market" 127 Dud- 
ley Street, known to all residents of Koxbury 
and vicinity, was established over thirty years 
ago ; the business has been conducted by a num- 
ber of able gentlemen, but ha-s never been more 
successfully carried on than at present, by Mr. 
F. J. Williams, who has built up a large and ap- 
preciative trade. He first became connected 
with the enterprise in lsS.5, his methods of busi- 
ness are strictly honorable, his efforts to cater 
satisfactorily to cultivated tastes have been 
amply rewaided by the just appreciation of the 
public. Mr. Williams is a native of Boston, ex- 
tremely well known to many in and around Bos- 
ton. The premises occupied in carrying on his 
business consist of one floor and a basement 
20 X 50 feet. Two capable assistants are always 
at hand, and Mr. Williams gives his personal 
supervision to the strict and prompt filling and 
delivering of orders. Beef, Mutton, Lamb, Pork, 
Poultry, fresh Vegetables and Fruits in their 
seasons are dealt in to a large degree; canned 
fruits and vegetables, and all kinds of pickles, 
etc., are in stock, in fact everything to be found 
in a first class provision store, is to be had here. 



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Kicbard G. Jacobs, Martin L. Cate, 
Walter B. Phipps, Boston Office, 50 Kilby 
Street, and Roxbury Office, 2oSU Wasbiugtou 
Street, Room 8. Insuniuce iu all its branches 
on Mercantile and Manufacturincr Buildings and 
Blocks. Hotels, Apartment Houses and Dwell- 
ings, Stables and Contents, Housobold-furui- 
ture. Store and Office Fixtures, Rents, Leases 
and Profits of Business for long or short terms. 
Agents for ^tna Insurance Company of Hart- 
ford, Conn., capital ^4,000.000; net surplus 
$3,345,058.04; surplus for policy holders $7,345,- 
058.04; losses paid iu sixty-nine years $61,630,000. 
Scottish Union and National Insurance Co. of 
Edinburgh, Scotland. Statement United States 
Branch, January 1, 1888: assets $1,421,748.74; 
liabilities S348,4W7.08; surplus to policy holders 
$1,073,251.06. Fireman's Fund Insurance Co. of 
San Francisco, Cal., capital 1,000,000; net sur- 
plus $380,948.92; surplus for policy holders 



all his work is guaranteed to be the best and 
prices reasonable and compatible with such 
work. 



O. G. Mooar, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers; Repairing done; No. 1999 Washington 
Street, between Ball and Arnold Streets, Boston 
Highlands. The gentleman whose card we pre- 
sent above, is conceded to be one of the leading 
shoe-dealers in the Highlands and the South End, 
and those who are aware of the vigor and ability 
with which that line of business is prosecuted 
in those portions of the city, will require no 
further evidence of his capacity as a business 
man. Mr. Mooar is a native of Boston, and in- 
augurated the enterprise with which he is con- 
nected in 1870. He occupies one floor and a 
basement, measuring 20 x 90 feet, and enjoys a 
very large patronage, for his establishment has 



$1,380,948.92; losses paid in Boston's great fire K?^' yea/B been recognized as one of the most 



$180,903.89. National Fire Insurance Co. of 
Hartford, Conn., capital $1,000,000; net surplus 
551,712.18; surplus for policy holders $1,551,- 
712.18. Franklin Fire Insurance Co. of Phila- 
delphia, Pa., capital $400,000; net surplus $968,- 
386.23; total assets $3,181,248.55. Holyoke Mu- 
tual Fire Insurance Co. Salem, Mass., guarantee 
capital $100,000; net surplus $545,763; losses in 
Boston's great fire over §225,000 without any 
assessment on its members. German Fire In- 
surance Co. of Pittsburgh, Pa., capital $200,000; 
net surplus $82,166.37; total assets $471,547.39 
Abingtou Mutual Fire Insurance Co. of Abing- 
ton, Mass., total assets $71,119.03; net surplus 
$33,073,79; contingent assets $180,759. Has 
never made an assessment, and its dividends 
have steadily increased. 



J. M. Sbeeban, Practical Plumber, 47 
Warren St., next door to the Post Office, Boston 
Highlands. Personal supervision given to all 
orders. Ventilation of soil and waste pipes a 
specialty. Jobbing and Contracting promptly 
attended to. Prices reasonable and all work 
warranted. Particular pains should be 
taken in the placing of orders for plum- 
bing work to see that they are intrusted 
to a respectable and reliable house, for unless 
this precaution be taken not only waste of 
money but loss of health may ensue, as on the 
perfect plumbing and drainage of our houses 
does our health largely depend. One of the 
best concerns known to us is that of Mr. J. M. 
Sheehan. of 47 Warren Street, next door to the 
post office. He has labored as apprentice, 
journeyman and employer on Warren St., for 
the past twenty-three years, doing business for 
himself the past eleven years, during which 
time he has contrasted for and carried out to 
the entire satisfaction of the owners, the 
plumbing of many of the best buildings and 
residences in the Highlands, including the 
Dudley opera house. Armory Hall Warren 
Street, Parochial School, Forest Street, Merrill's 
new laundry, Dudley Street, Isaac Fenno's 
block, Warren Street, and many others, to 



absolutely reliable in the city, and his prices are 
as low as his goods are trustworthy. Some of 
our readers may consider low prices and relia- 
ble goods a somewhat strange and very rare 
combination, and so perhaps they are, but never- 
theless such a combination is surely to be found 
at Mr. Mooar's. and if any one doubts this as- 
sertion, let them prove its truth or falsity by 
the easiest aud most natural means imaginable 
— calling at that gentleman's store themselves, 
and examining his goods aud prices. This is 
not hard to do, as his establishment is conven- 
iently located at No. 1999 Washington Street, 
between Ball and Arnold Streets, and even 
should no purchases be made, Mr. Mooar will be 
found willing to show goods cheerfully and 
without delay. He employs two efficient and 
polite assistants, and carries a stock so complete 
that it must be seen to be appreciated. Repair- 
ing is neatly done, and satisfaction is confi- 
dently guaranteed. 



J. E. llyaii. Upholsterer and Cabinet Mak- 
er, 61 Warren Street, (up stairs). Furniture 
Repaired, Upholstered and Polished; Carpets 
Made and Laid ; Window Shades and Screens 
of all kinds made to order; Window Shades and 
Lace Curtains laundried in first-class style; 
Mattresses made to order and made over. Al- 
though the work of the old-time cabinet maker 
has, to a great extent, been superseded by that 
of machinery, still enough people remain who 
prefer the individual production of an artist, in 
his line of trade, to any stereotyped pattern 
however elaborate and showy. Prominent 
among well known cabinet makers and uphol- 
sterers iu the Highland.s is Mr. J. E. Ryan, do- 
ing business at 61 Warren street. He began 
op'erations in 1880, and has established a con- 
siderable trade by the high grade of the work 
he turned out aud his reasonable prices. Furn- 
iture manufactured to order and repaired, up- 
holstered and polished; window screens and 
shades made to order— also mattresses made 
over and altered ; window shades and lace cur- 
tains laundried in the best manner. Mr. Ryan 
is a native of Boston, where he has many 
the owners of which he would be pleased to friends. One floor 20 x 45 feet in dimensions is 
refer. He employs sevtMi skilled workmen and occupied, and a competent assistant is employed 
fills all orders promptly. Mr. Sheehaii gives to give every attention to orders, which are ex- 
his orders his own personal supervision, and ecuted with promptness. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



S. H. L'Heureux, Watchmaker and Jew- 
eller, 2400 Washintitou Street. The "big clock" 
over the door of the store occupied by Messrs. 
Currier ifc L'lIeureu.K. at No. 2J00 Washington 
street, corner of Dudley, has stared people in 
the face for a uuniber of years, and it stares 
now as hard as ever, although .Mr. L'Heureux is 
now the sole proprietor of the establishment in 
question. Passers-by glance at the thermome- 
ter in the doorway, up at the clock and into the 
show-window, and then if they admire taste- 
fully displayed jewelry, etc., they are very apt 
to linger a while, as the window mentioned is 
always attractive and has contained some of 
the mo«t beautiful jewelry over shown in the 
Highlands. At all events, whoever looks in is 
pretty sure to see watch repairing going on, for 
this industry is given particular attention by 
Mr. L'Heureux, and he is prepared to undertake 
the most difficult and delicate jobs in this line 
and guarantee satisfaction to his patrons. One 
fioor and a basement, of the dimensions of 2.5 
bj" 60 feet, are occupied, and a beautiful and 
varied stock is carried, comprising the latest 
novelties in jewelry, wedding and engagement! 
rings, optical goods of various descriptions, 
watclies of standard make and warranted accu- 
racy and durability, and all the many articles 
generally found in a first-class store of this 
kind. The prices quoted on these goods are : 
moderate and equitable, and everything bought i 
here is sure to prove just as represented, and if 
it should not the purchase money will be re- 
funded if desired or the goods exchanged. The ■ 
enterprise was inaugurated nearly forty years | 
ago, and it has long been one of the represen- i 
tative undertakings of the Highlands. [ 



Dr. F. J. Macfarlane, Surgeon Dentist, 
C7 Warren Street, corner Dudley. One of the 
incidental drawbacks to the highly civilized state 
in which a larger portion of mankind has lived 
during the present century, is the grave injury 
which the habits and the food indulged in under 
such circumstances has worked on the teeth. 
It is a fact, too obvious to all to require illustra- 
tion, that as a general thing the ruder and more 
primitive the habits of a race of men are, the 
better are their teelh, and this despite the fact 
that such a people take no care of their teeth 
whatever, but allow them to remain continually 
unbrushed and uncleansed. Now not only 
should a person in civilized life take excellent 
care of the teeth, but not allow them to go a 
great while without examination by a skillful 
dentist who couhi be depended upon. An ex- 
pert can be found in this city in the person of 
Dr. F. J. Macfarlane, whose office and operating 
rooms are at No. (57 Warren street (Armory 
building). The doctor has been established 
since 1883, and graduated that year from Boston 
Dental College, where he has gained and held 
the office of Demonstrator, a well deserved rep- 
utation for thoroughness and skill iu dental 
operations. Two large rooms are occupied and 
every comfort is at hand for the convenience of 
patients. Dr. Macfarlane, since ho opened his 
office here has gained a large circle of friends 
and patients. Tlic illustration of Armory build- 
ing, corner Warren and Dudley streets, gives a 
view of the exterior of his office. 




B. W. Felton, Manufacturer of Felton's 
Patent Furnaces and Ventilators, Stoves, 

Ranges, Fur- 
n a c e 8 and 
Kitchen Fur- 
nishing. A 
full assort- 
ment of Keg- 
i s te r s and 
Kefrigerators 
L a u n d r y 
Stoves, Oil 
Stoves, P ar- 
lor Stoves. 
T i n , Sheet- 
Iron, Jiinc 
a n d Cojjper 
work done at 
short notice. 
Nos. 2 and 4, 
Warren St., 
K o x b u r y, 
Mass. 
Heating and 
ventilating go hand in hand, and no house or 
no apartment can be economically and properly 
heated unless ventilation be also taken into ac- 
count and scientifically provided for. This fact 
being granted, the importance of intrusting the 
work of providing heating facilities for a build- 
ing to one who is also competent to undertake 
its ventilation, becames at once apparent, and 
in this connection we would invite the attention 
of our readers to the furnaces and ventilators 
patented and manufactured by Mr. B. W. Fel- 
ton, for these are designed and constructed on 
correct scientific principles, as has been proved 
not only by theory but by years of practical 
use. Even did the purpose of this work per- 
mit, we could not spare enough space to make 
the arrangement of these heaters and ventila- 
tors clear to our readers, but if those interested 
will call on Mr. Fellon at Nos. 2 and 4 Warren 
street, they will be received with courtesy and 
given every opportunity to familiarize them- 
selves with the practical details of the appli- 
ances in question. .Mr. Felton began operations 
iu 1872, and his business has grown steadily and 
rapidly, his present quarters occupying five 
stores of the dimensions of 40 x 12.5 feet, and 
has the largest store of the kind in the state. 
He is a native of Vermont, and gives employ- 
ment to fifteen experienced assistants. A very 
large stock is carried, comprising, in addition 
to furnaces and ventilators, a full selection of 
stoves, ranges and kitchen furnisliing goods in 
general, registers, laundry stoves, oil stoves, 
parlor stoves, etc. Kefrigerators are also exten- 
sively dealt in, and those supplied by Mr. Fel- 
t-on will be found economical of ice and very 
effective in operation if properly cared for. 
Tin, sheet iron, zinc and copper Mork will bo 
done at short notice, and especial attention is 
given to furnace and range setting up and repairs 
in general. Smokey chimneys, or any unsatisfac- 
tory working of furnaces, ranges and stoves, or 
their connections, will be remedied and all 
chaigos will be found moderate and just. Mr. 
Felton is the manufacturer of the celebrated Fel- 
ton Low Furnace, which is the lowest furnace 
made, only fifty inches in height, good pitch to 
hot air pipe and requires no digging pits iu low 
cellars. 



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Artist and Photosraplier, 2So2 Washington 
Street, Boston Highlands. Egleston Square or 
Forest Hills Horse Cars jjass the door every 
seven minutes; no stairs to climb. Of the many 
Photographic establishments in this city, none 
have gained a higher reputation for more uni- 
formly artistic and reliable work than that con- 
ducted by Mr. W. H. Partridge at No. 2332 
Washington Street. Founded over ten years 
ago, it early established a high record for its 
productions. The premises occupied are of the 
dimensions of 25 x 50 feet, and are on the first 
floor, thus avoiding stairs to climb. As several 
courteous and capable assistants are employed, 
all orders are assured prompt and satisfactory 
attention. The various instruments and appli- 
ances in use are all of the latest and most im- 
proved design and construction, and together 
with the skill and experience possessed by the 
proprietor and his assistants sufficiently explain 
the large patronage enjoyed, and the high ar- 
tistic merit of the portraits made. All styles of 
pictures are made, and while a good likeness is 
guaranteed, the re-touching, or finishing as it 
may be called, of the portrait is so skillfully 
done that the best points of the features are 
brought out and an artistic picture, and not a 
mere photo., is the result. The prices will be 
found very reasonable and delivery prompt. A 
specialty is made of Crayon, Ink, and Portraits 
at residences. Owing to the superior character 
of the work done by Mr. Partridge, his custom 
is not confined to the neighborhood, but he has 
patrons from all sections of the city, Dorches- 
ter, Jamaica Plain, Brookline, etc. There is 
every accommodation offered for those coming 
in carriages, and the Forest Hill and Egleston 
Square cars pass the Studio every seven minutes. 



Teas and Coffees at the lowest market rates and 
also give rich and useful presents to customers. 
This theory is supported by numerous argu- 
ments that are convincing in the extreme, and 
that would doubtless have converted everybody 
in the Highlands to the same way of thinking, 
were it not for the fact that hundreds of peo- 
ple have visited the store in question, have pur- 
chased Teas and Coffees, have found them to 
be of uniformly superior quality, have discov- 
ered that Ihey are supplied at literally bottom 
prices, have been presented with really valua- 
ble gifts which in some cases would bring nearly 
as much at retail as the tea or coffee with which 
they were given, and so have been forced to be- 
lieve in spite of all statements to the contrary, 
that the Centennial American Tea Company 
can and will do all, and even more than it 
promises. The store under notice was opened 
in 1877, and a very large patronage has long 
since been established. One floor and a base- 
ment are occupied, 20 x 70 feet in size, and three 
competent assistants employed. A very large 
and choice assortment of Teas, Coffees, etc., is 
always carried, and the most fastidious buyer 
can find brands here perfectly suited to his or 
her taste. The lowest market rates are quoted 
at all times, and even were no presents given, 
the customer would get full value for his money 
under all circumstances. The manager, Mr. 
Mills, has shown himself to be the right man 
in the right place, and may always be depended 
upon to use every means in his power to ensure 
satisfaction to all patrons. 



Centennial American Tea Co., 2187 
Wasliington Street, Bacon's Building, Boston. 
That there is often a great difference between 
theory and practice all of us are aware, but it 
is seldom this truth receives a more complete 
demonstration than that afforded in the case of 
the Centennial American Tea Company, which 
has a Branch Store in charge of Mr. W. J. Mills 
at No. 2187 Washington Street, Bacon's Build- 
ing. For instance, the theory of many people 
is that no company or no man can sell choice 



Bouve, Crawford & Co., Manufacturers. 
Our shoes can only be obtained at our own Retail 
Stores. The "Crawford" shoe has only been on 
the market a short time, but during that time 
it has attained such great and even phenome- 
nal popularity that it is already one of the best- 
known articles of the kind before the public. 
This popularity has been gained solely by legi- 
timate methods, for no eft'ort has been made to 
decry the productions of other manufactures, 
no abuse has been lavished upon competitors, 
but every energy devoted to making so pejfect 
and desirable an article of foot-wear, that its 
merits would be discernible at once, and the 
most powerful arguments for its purchase fur- 
nished by the experience of its wearers. The 
"Crawford" shoe is elegant in design, strong and 
durable in construction, the easiest and most 
comfortable to be found anywhere and it is sold 
at $3.00 and $4.00, the latter price being put on 
a hand-sewed shoe that is seemingly incapable 
of further improvement. There is no use in 
denying these facts for they arc self-evident, 
and that they have been accepted as such by 
the general public is shown by the truly remark- 
able way in which the business of the manufac- 
turers of the "Crawford" shoe has developed, at 
the present writing, there are sixteen stores de- 
voted entirely to the sale of these goods, even- 
tually there can be no doubt (judging from past 
experience) but that this number will be in- 
creased to twenty <>r more. This gives an idea of 
the increasing demand for the "Crawford" slioe, 
which is not to be h;id excepting at the retail 
stores of Messrs. Bouve, Crawford ct Co. its sole 
manufacturers. Those who have hitherto con- 



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siderecl it necessary to purchase a large and un- 
gainly shoe lo ensure comfort, should give this 
shoe a trial, and wo venture to predict that the 
result will be more business for its manufac- 
turers and better satisfaction for consumers, as 
each branch store carries a full assortment of 
sizes, the most difficult feet can be fitted and it 
should be remembered that every shoo is fully 
guaranteed to prove as represented. The mod- 
el factory at IJrockton, which is run at its full ca- 
pacity for the exclusive make of the "Crawford" 
shoe, and the extensive supply store No. 611 
Washington street, should be visited by all who 
are interested in new ways of doing business, j 
All will say this firm deserves success. 

George A. Bolster, Apothecary, corner 
of Warren and Dudley Streets. The corner of 
AVanen and Dudley streets is a very conspicu- 
ous and convenient location for a drug store, 
and it is not surprising that its advantages were 
soon recognized and that it has been utilized 
for this purpose for the past thirteen years. 
The store is a very handsome and convenient 
one, and has been under the control of its pres- ' 
ent proprietor, Mr. Geo. A. Bolster, since 1886, 
during which time the patronage has materially 
increased This growth has been aided very 
perceptibly by the liberal policy of the propri- 
etor, for Mr. Bolster seeks to serve the public to 
the best of his ability, and begrudges neither 
time nor labor in accommodating his patrons. 
He carries a very complete assortment of the 
articles usually found in a first-class drugstore 
and quotes very moderate prices in every de- 
partment of his business. One floor and a 
basement, 2o x GO feet in size, are occupied, and 
there is employment given to two competent 
and polite assistants. The compounding of 
physicians' prescriptions is given special and ! 
careful attention, and although there is no other 
branch of the pharmacist' business in which so 
long a time is required to establish a reputation 
as in this, Mr. Bolster has no reason to com- 
plain of the manner in which his prescription 
department is referred to. for it is clearly evi- 
dent that the care and skill manifested therein 
have been noticed and appreciated by the pub- 
lic, and no stronger proof of this can be asked 
than the steady increase of orders of this kind. 
The drugs and medicines handled are selected 
with great care, and no pains are spared to en- 
sure accuracy in their compounding, while the j 
scale of prices is a very moderate one. \ 



executed at the above-named place is done 
in such a perfect manner as to have gained 
the firm a high reiiutation. One floor iO x 00 
feet in dimensions is occupied, and competent 
workmen are employed. Upright and pedal 
pianos of the finest grade are manufactured 
here and repaired, every description of piano 
and organ pedal are applied to piano-fortes of 
any style. Orders fortuning will receive prompt 
a'tention, as Mr. Asli gives his business, in all 
b inches, his personal supervision. Both a 
wholesale and retail business is carried on, and 
terms will be found to be verv reasonable. 



J. J. May, Provisions, Fruits and Vege- 
tables, Butter, Eggs, etc., Xo. .'30 Warren Street. 
In analyzing the popularity that the enterprise 
carried on by Mr. J. J. May, at Xo. 39 Warren 
street, unquestionably enjoys, we find that it 
does not seem to bo due to any one thing, but 
rather to the impression made by the method 
of doing business when considered altogether. 
Mr. May does not claim to sell cheaper than 
every body else, although he docs offer his goods 
at the lowest market rates. The variety of stock 
always on hand is such that all tastes can be 
suited. He strives to fully satisfy every custom- 
er, and gives a dollar's worth of value for every 
dollar received. Mr. May is a native of Boston 
and has carried on the undertaking with which 
he is now identified since 1S87, and has many 
regular customers, as well as a large '"transient 
trade," as it may be called. One floor and base- 
ment. 20 x 50 feet in dimensions, are occupied, 
and three assistants are employed. Meats 
and provisions, fruits and vegetables in their 
season, and butter, eggs, etc., are dealtin exten- 
sively. Orders are called for and goods deliv- 
ered 'free of charge in any part of the city, 
while his prices are such that parties in buying 
goods at this place may be sure of getting as 
good a return for their money as may be had at 
any other like establishment in the city, with 
everything as pure and fresh as the market af- 
fords. Mr. May has built up a good trade by 
furnishing first-class goods at low prices, and 
when once a customer trades here a change is 
seldom desired. 



Georjfe H. Ash & Co., Manufacturers of 
fine grade Upright and Pedal Pianos; pedals 
applied to Piauo-Fortos of any style; also re- 
pairing of every description of Pianos and 
Organs. OrdersTfor tuning and regulating will 
receive prompt and careful attenti<m. No. 42 
Warren Street. The house of Messrs. Geo. II. 
Ash Sc Co.,of 42 Warren 
street, carry on a busi- 
ness so successful that 
concerns of greater size 
might well envy them. 
They began operations 
at their present place 
about 1885, and have al- 
ready built up an enor- 
mous trade, for the work 




C. K. Hatch, Xo. 465 Dudley Street, Boston 
Highlands, Dealer in American and Foreign 
Dry and Fancy goods. A business very promi- 
nent and successful, but of quite recent estab- 
lishment, is that conducted by Mr. C. K. Hatch 
located at Xo. 465 Dudley Street, who carries a 
good and varied stock of Foreign and American 
Dry and Fancy goods, small wares, etc. As 
agent for the Universal Patterns he is well 
known, as the patterns have gained a reputa- 
tion since their introduction into Boston some 
years ago. Being a native of Boston, Mr. Hatch 
is well informed as to the demands of the public, 
his experience in the business he carries on, has 
been large and varied, he endeavors to iilease 
his patrons' tastes, and is even willing to procure 
goods to order that he does not carry in stock. 
Low as are his prices his goods are of the best 
The premises occupied are of the dimensions of 
20x60 feet, two assistants are in attendance 
and courteous and prompt attention is guaran- 
teed to all. 



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rf' James P. Fallon, Funiisliin^ Undertak- 
er, Warerooms No. 145 Dudley Street, corner 
Warren, Boston Hi<;blands. Hacks to let and 
Wreaths furnished, Plates Engrossed, etc.: 
night orders promptly attended to. Although 
good sense forbids there being too much stress 
put on tho thought of death under ordinary 
circumstance still it is but the part of common 
prudence to be prepared to act with promptness 
and decision in any emergency and therefore 
we feel that the information we propose to sup- 
ply regarding the establishment conducted by 
Mr. J. P. Fallon, corner of Dudley and Warren 
Sts., will be neither out of place nor neglected. 
Mr. Fallon is fully prepared to assume en- 
tire control of funerals and to supply every- 
thing required at equitable rates. All branches 
of the undertaking profession are carried on in 
a strictly flrst-class manner. The pi-emises oc- 
cupied are 18x25 feet in size and are appro- 
priately fitted up for the purposes for which 
they are used, and every facility is at hand that 
is necessary to tiie undertaking. (See illustra- 
tion of building corner Dudley and Warren Sts.) 



R. E. Boyd, Plumber and Gasfitter ; Jobbing 
promptly attended to. Estimates cheerfully fur- 
nished; 19 Dudley Street, Boston Highlands. 
The dispute between the advocates of book 
learning as applied to plumbing and those of 
practical experience will probably never be sat- 
isfactorily settled, for of course there is a 
great deal to be said on either side, although a 
judicious mixture of both study and experience 
is undoubtedly the more desirable and sure 
way to master a trade, but if only one can be 
had, of course the practical experienoe is to be 
preferred, for as books are but the outcome of 
experience they can much better be dispensed 
with. A plumber who combines experience 
with careful study of the subject is Mr. R. E. 
Boyd, who has been engaged in the business 
since 1SS3, at 19 Dudley Street. He occupies 
premises 18x50 feet in dimensions and employs 
six skillful workmen. He is prepared to fill 
all orders for plumbing and repairing, and 
owing to his familiarity with both the old and 
new systems of plumbing, is especially well 
equipped to do all kinds of repairing. His 
prices will be found to be very reasonable and 
all work entrusted to him is assured only faith- 
ful performance. 



A. D. Mowry & Co., Druggists, 329 and 
i]65 Warren Street, Highlands, also at Grove Hall 
and 90 Bird St., Dorchester. We have rarely, if 
ever, witnessed so rapid a growth as the busi- 
ness now carried on by the present firm, has 
assumed since its establishment about ten 
years ago. Starting with but one store, the 
extensive trade now requires the occupancy of 
four separate establishments, each carrying a 
full and complete stock, and doing the leading 
drug business in the section in which each is 
located. This business has attained its present 
high standing in the mercantile community 
solely Ijy dint of hard and persistent work, 
honorable business methods, and particularly 
by handling only strictly reliable articles. At 
305 Warren Street is carried a full line of Mixed 
Paints, Oils, Varnishes, etc. The new store at 
329 Warren St., which was finished in the spring 
of the present year, is, without exception, the 
handsomest and most complete one of its kind 
we have ever seen. The store is large and com- 
modious, and is finished in cherry, the ceilings 
are elegantly frescoed, and the interior of the 
store presents a most attractive appearance. 
Large plate-glass windows afford ample day 
light, and at night, when illuminated, the bril- 
liant effect is heightened. Near the pre.wrip- 
tion counter, and for the convenience of lady 

Eatrons there is an elegant reception room 
andsomely carpeted and furnished. This in- 
novation is appreciated by the many ladies 
who visit the store. Messrs. A. D. Mowry & Co. 
m.^ke a specialty of physicians' prescriptions, 
which are carefully compounded, and orders 
are answered with care and dispatch. The 
stock of medicines are complete and warrant- 
ed of the best quality. The extensive retail 
trade of this house requires the assistance of 
several competent clerks, and the utmost care 
and precaution is used to guard against mis- 
takes. In conclusion, we would say that in 
dealing with this house, every advantage is 
offered, both as regards the quality of the goods 
and the prices, and the cause of their excep- 
tional success is thus explained. 



Fraficis Vallee, Carpenter and Builder, 
No. 119G Harrison Avenue, corner of Dudley 
Street, Boston Highlands. Residence, 81 Dudley 
Street. Jobbing attended to. A concern which 
deserves special mention in any history of the 
industrial development of the Highlands, is 
that conducted by Mr. Francis Vallee at No. 1196 
Harrison Avenue. This gentleman began oper- 
ations at his present place in 1882, and soon 
gained a reputation for the excellence of his 
work, and the high standard of business honor 
which has ever been lived up to. Mr. Yallee is 
prepared to enter into contracts for building of 
any kind, carpentering work, and jobbing is 
given special attention. One floor 20 x 50 feet 
in dimensions is occupied, and employment is 
afforded to a number of skilled workmen. The 
terms will be found as reasonable as those 
charged by any other builder of first-class repu- 
tatioTi. Orders can be left at 81 Dudley Street, 
if Mr. Yallee is not at his place of business, 
where it is almost impossible to be at all times, 
as his business is very extensive and calls him 
to all parts of the city. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



A. A. Burilhnin, Jr., Druggist, 459 Dud- 
ley Street, Boston. A fiivorite ami lai-fjely 
patronized chut; store is that conducted by Mr. 
A. A. Buiniiam, jr., at 4.">'J Dudley St. This 
establishment was opened in 18S5. the present 
l)roprietor assuminj; control in 1887. Ho occu- 
pies one floor and basement 20xo0 feet in 
dimensions. Mr. Burnham was born in Glou- 
cester and has had practical experience in the 
compoundint; and dispensing; of druRs and 
medicines, and as he constantly carries a full 
and fresh stock of all descriptions, ho is espe- 
cially well prepared to fill prescriptions prompt- 
ly with most scrupulous care and the highest 
skill. An elegant stock of fancy goods and 
toilet requisites is also on hand, offered at 
prices which will prove satisfactory to all. A 
full assortment of all the popular and standard 
patent medicines is kept. .Vll customers are 
assured of prompt service and honorable treat- 
ment. Also proprietor of Burnham's Spanish 
Lung Balsam, for the cure of Coughs, Colds, 
Hoarseness, Bronchitis and other troubles of 
the throat and lungs. Burnham's Cream Lo- 
tion, a most elfectual remedy for Chapped 
Hands or Face, and Eruptions or Irritation of 
the Skin. For chapped hands it is unrivalled. 



G. H. Pear.son, Fine Groceries, Teas, Cof- 
fees and Flour, a specialty, No. .Jo3 Dudley St, 
The extensive grocery establishment of Mr. G. 
H. Pearson located at No. o3S Dudley Street, 
was opened in 1S83. The business has grown 
rapidly since it was opened in this section, Mr. 
Pearson having been located for the previous 
sixteen years at the South End, and the trans- 
actions of the house are indicative of a remarka- 
ble healthy growth. The space occupied is 25x(j0 
feet in dimensions, and is fully equipped with 
all kinds of choice teas, coffees, sugar, butter, 
and canned goods of the best quality. Mr. 
Pearson is a native of Maine, but has resided 
for the past twenty-five years in Boston, and 
having carried on the same business at the South 
End for sixteen years, his experience in this 
particular line must necessarily be large. He 
has many friends, both in business and social 
circles. He is noted for being a careful buyer; 
all his stock being selected from the best in the 
marUet. Four competent assistants are em- 
ployed. Orders are promptly filled and deliv- 
ered, and courteous attention given to custom- 
ers. 



Mrs. W. Gaul, dealer in Fancy Dry Goods 
and Underwear and also Dressmaking to order, 
37 Warren Street. There is perhaps no class 
of business which must depend more in the 
long run on the intrinsic excellence of the goods 
bandied to achieve a lasting success, than that 
pertaining to the dry and fancy goods business. 
A concern in the Highlands which, although of 
recent establishment, has gained a high reputa- 
tion, is that conducted by Mrs. Gaul at No. 37 
Warren Street. All kinds of dry and fancy 
goods are dealt in, in great variety. Laces and 
ready-made children's dresses are constantly on 
hand and everything to be found in any similar 
establishment in Boston is to be had hero. Mrs. 
Gaul also does a largo dressmaking trade — all 
kinds of ladies' garments made to order at the 



shortest possible notice and at rates as low as 
are to be found elsewhere. One floor 20x50 
feet in dimensions is occupied and two assist- 
ants are employed. Mrs. Gaul is a native of 
Boston and is well known and highly esteemed. 



Win. Bramhall, Plumber and Gas Fitter, 
Dealer in .Stoves, Furnaces and Ranges, 10 and 
12 Blue ilill Avenue, Near Dudley Street, Bos- 
ton Highlands; Sole .Agents for Richardson & 
Boynton Co.'s Celebrated Furnaces, a full and 
complete stock of repairs for the above Furnaces. 




As improving the sanitary condition of the peo- 
ple, the occupation of the plumber, apart from 
the general usefulness of his work, becomes one 
of the most important industries of all cities 
and towns. Among those in Boston Highlands 
who are recognized as inasteis of their art is 
Mr. Wm. Bramhall, who holds a prominent 
place, and whose services are called into con- 
stant requisition on work of the most impor- 
tant character. This business was inaugurated 
by Mr. Bramhall in 18S0. The proprietor of 
this establishment is a practical plumber and 
gas fltter, and his house is supplied with every 
facility for executing all work in his line in the 
most scientific and satisfactory manner. Mr. 
Bramhall occupies two floors of the building lo- 
cated at Nos. 10 and 12 Blue Hill avenue near 
Dudley Street, each 30 x 45 feet in size, where 
in connection with the Plumbing and Gas Fit- 
ting business he carries a very extensive assort- 
ment of Stoves, Ranges, Furnaces, etc. He is 
sole agent for Richardson and Boynton Fur- 
naces, and carries a full and complete stock for 
repairs of the above furnaces. Ten competent 
workmen are employed, and satisfaction is guar- 
anteed as to prices and quality of merchandise 
and workmanship. Mr. Bramhall is widely 
known, and his house is daily growing in favor 
and its patronage is steadily increasing. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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E. Robiuso!! & Co., Wanen Market, 63 
Wanon street., also Oak Grovo Farm Milk and 
Cream. No one at all experienced in house- 
keeping, needs to be told the advantages of do- 
ing business with a house that may be depended 
upon to fnrnisli tirst-class supplies at all times, 
but to those who have not as yet had an ex- 
tended experience in the housekeeping line, 
we would say, "bo sure that those with whom 
you deal will furnish you with as reliable goods 
when you send for tiiem as they d«> when j'ou 
call and select them in person." It is owing in 
no small degree to the invariable policy pur- 
sued in this respect that the establishment con- 
ducted by E. Robinson & Co., successors to 
Geo. Withered at No. 03 Warren street is so 
popular and its trade so extensive and increas- 
ing, for since operations were begun in 1870, 
no pains have been spared to convince the pub- 
lic that the interests of customers are carefully 
regarded at all times. Those who have had 
dealings with this firm have learned that they 
strive to satisfy every patron and that their stock 
is alwajrs sufficiently extensive to permit of all 
tastes being suited. One floor and a basement 
are occupied, of the dimensions of 30 x 80 feet, 
and choice meats, vegetables and fruita are al- 
ways to be had here, while fish and oysters are 
also handled very extensively. Employment is 
afforded to five competent and courteous assis- 
tants, and one of tlie most popular features of 
the busiuess is the promptitude with which 
customers are attended to and orders delivered. 



William Barton, Watchmaker and Jewel- 
er, No. 21!)2 Washington St., Boston Highlands. 
This gentleman carries on an establishment for 
the manufacture and sale of fine watches, re- 
paiiing of the same is also given special atten- 
tion. All styles of jewelry and optical goods 
are offered to the public at prices equal to those 
to be had at larger and more pretentious houses 
down town. One floor is devoted to the busi- 
ness, which is carried on in a strictly honorable 
manner. Mr. Barton is a native of Boston and 
has been in his present business since 1887, but 
had a previous experience of several years, con- 
sequently he has had ample opportunity for ex- 
tensive experience, his terms are so reasonable 
for the work executed that he has gained a large 
patronage. Everything will ba found as repre- 
sented in this establishment. 




E. E. llichanls, Rt-al Estate, Insurance 
and Paper Hangings, 75 Warren Street, corner 
Glenwood, Koxbury, down town office 260 
Washington, corner Water Street. The High- 
lauds have long been a favorite place of res- 
idence, but of late years they have come into- 
more prominence than ever and the demand 
for houses, tenements, etc., has been moi'e 
brisk than even the most sanguine property- 
holder could have believed possible a dozen 
years ago. People who desire first-class accom- 
modations in a good neighborhood, but who do 
not wish an entire house to themselves, are 
especially pleased with the provision made for 
their welfare in this section of the city for in 
no other portion of it can such desirable tene- 
ments be obtained at such reasonable rates. 
Mr, E. E. Richards, of No. 75 Warren Street, 
corner of Glenwood, is particularly well able to 
offer exceptional advantages in this line, for he 
has given special attention to the needs of 
small families, having 700 tenants, and as about 
10 per cent are changing, has at his disposal 
from 50 to 100 vacancies and the finest and 
largest list of apartments designed expressly 
for such uses, to be found in the city. Having 
tenants also in West Roxbury, Dorchester, Brook- 
line, Cambridge, Soun^rville, Charlestown, Chel- 
sea, East Boston, South Boston, and Winthrop. 
No one wishing handsomely and conveniently 
fitted rooms in a quiet and healthful location, 
should on any account miss seeing what he has 
to offer, for if they do the result is very apt to 
be disappointment. Mr. Richards controls 
other property of course but his specialty is as 
we have stated, apartment houses. He is also 
interested in the Insuran«e business and can 
place insurance, in standard companies, being 
agent for the Imperial of London, United 
Firemen and the Reliance of Philadelphia, on 
the most favorable terms. A down-town office 
is maintained under the name of E. E. & H. N. 
Richards, at No. 2ii0 Washington Street, corner 
of Water, and employment is given to five 
assistants. At his Warren Street store Mr. 
Richards displays a very tastefully selected 
stock of over 3,000 rolls of choice paper 
hangings, and callers will find all the most 
popular and late patterns represented. He is in 
a position to offer exceptional bargains in this 
line, and the nugnitude of the business done 
shows that these inducements are taken full 
advantage of. 



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LEADIXG BUSINESS MEX. 




MORSE BROS.' NEW STORE, 

Recently Erected at Grove Hall. 



L. W. & H. F. IVIorse, Grocers, and deal- 
ers in kitchen furnishings, Xos. 1, 5 and 9 Wal- 
nut Avenue, Boston Highlands; also Morse 
Brothers, 479 Blue Hill Avenue. There is no 
section of this city that contains more first- 
class and enterprisincr grocery houses than that 
known as the "Highland District," and to say 
that a certain concern is a leader in this branch 
of trade in the section alluded to, is to give it 
very high praise indeed. Yet such can honestly 
be said of the firm of L. W. and H. F. Morse, 
doing business at Xos. 1, 5 and 9 Walnut Av- 
enue, and we feel no doubt whatever but that 
all who have had dealings with this highly pop- 
ular concern, will agree witli us in the esti- 
mate we have expressed. This firm was formed 
in 1870 and its trade lias steadily increased in 
magnitude, until now three connecting stores 
each supplied with a basement and each 22x60 
feet in dimensions, are required to accommodate 
the heavy stock carried at 1, 5 and 9 Walnut 
Avenue, and meet the demands of patrons in 
that locality. Fine family and fancy groceries 
are very extensively handled, and kitchen fur- 
nishing goods are also given special attention 
and offered in great variety at bottom prices. 
There being employment given at this store to 5 
assistants, customers can receive prompt atten- 
tion and orders are delivered at short notice 



A full line of all the goods which are usually 
found in a first-class grocery store are to be 
had here, and the assortment of table condi- 
ments, sauces, relishes, canned goods, etc., is 
especially full and complete and contains goods 
that cannot fail to suit the most fastidious. 
Many useful novelties in kitchen furnishings 
are shown, together with all the staple articles 
in this line and any housekeeper will find him- 
self well repaid for a visit to this establish- 
ment. The proprietors constitute the firm of 
Morse Brothers, doing business at No. 479 
Blue Ilill Avenue, and are among our most 
enterprising and successful business men. 
Owing to their rapidly extending trade at 
Grove Hall and other sections of Dorchester, the 
old store at 470 Blue Hill Avenue was too small 
for their large business transacted. They there- 
fore erected on tlie opposite side of the street 
479 Blue Hill Avenue, the elegant brick build- 
ing now occupied by them. This structure is 
42x73 feet in size and is four stories above base- 
! ment. The building is not only an ornament 
' to the neighborhood but is one of the most 
completely stocked and finest arranged stores 
in the city devoted to the sale of choice gro- 
ceries, kitchen furnishings, etc., and the select 
patronage they enjoy among the leading fam- 
ilies in the neighborhood is extending from year 
1 to year. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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S. W. Keeiie & Son, Real Estate and Fire 
Insurance, 300 Warren Street. Estates raan- 
ap:ed and rents collected at reasonable rates. 
Boston is sometimes called "slow" and "con- 
servative" by many of ber sister cities, and unr 
favorable comparisons are made of ber growtli 
as contrasted witb that of certain otber com- 
munities. It is true that many western cities 
have gained in population by leaps and bounds 
and attained a position in a few decades that 
it has taken Boston almost an equal number of 
centuries to reach, but it is questionable after 
all if such phenomenal progress is to be de- 
sired, for indications have not been wanting 
of late years that "slow but sure" is perhaps 
the most satisfactory and truly healthy mode 
of growth when everything is considered. 
Boston is growing steadily and at no mean 
rate of increase, and the continually improving 
demand for real estate in the Highlands, Doi" 
Chester, etc., is one of the surest siijns that 
could be afforded of such a state of affaire. The 
question of rapid transit is receiving universal 
attention and is apparently nearing a practical 
solution. The air is filled with rumors of "cable" 
roads, "elevated" roads, etc., and it is certain 
that there is no time like the present for those 
who contemplate an investment in Highland 
real estate. A call at the office of Messrs. S. W. 
Keene & Sou, doing business at No. .300 War- 
ren Street, will demonstrate the fact that these 
gentlemen are well prepared to assist in the 
selection of desirable property for investment 
purposes and not only that, but also to render 
efficient aid in the choosing of dwelling houses 
and flats. The firm in question control some 
very desirable real estate, and the premises of 
which they have the disposal, are varied enough 
in location and in price to enable all tastes and 
purses to be suited. Messrs. S. W. Keene & 
Son make a specialty of the managing of estates 
and the collection of rents, and non-resident 
owners may safely put every confidence in their 
fidelity and discretion. Their rates are reason- 
able and their standing is unimpeachable. 
Fire insurance is placed in the most reliable 
companies by this firm, and they are in a posi- 
tion to offer inducements to customers equal to 
those attainable anywhere. 



pend upon home-made productions find it not 
only easier but also more agreeable to patron- 
ize this popular store. One floor 20x.50 and 
basement are utilized and emplovment is af- 
forded to three skilled and efficient assistants. 
Low prices prevail and all goods guaranteed 
satisfactory. 



Mrs. E. S. Aiken, 171 Hampden Street 
Dry Goods and Small Wares. An enterprise 
that is conducted on strictly honorable and up- 
right principles is that of which Mrs. E. S. Aiken 
is the proprietress. The premises occupied by 
this lady are located at No. 171 Hampden Street, 
and are of the dimensions of 20x.oO feet, a full line 
of every mentionable article in the fancy goods 
line is kept, as is also a well selected variety of 
Dry Goods. Mrs. Aiken who was born in New 
York, became identified with her present enter- 
prise in 1S80, and her style of doing business was 
so well appreciated by the patrons who were at- 
tracted to her tasteful little establishment, that 
she soon built up an extensive and lasting trade. 
Three courteous and polite assistants aiT given 
employment and all callers may be assured 
good service, and everything will be found to be 
exactly as represented. Mrs. Aiken is also 
agent for the well known Troy Laundry. A 
very fine assortment of Gent's furnishings may 
be obtained here too at prices as reasonable as 
can be found in town. 



J. P. li.ang-. Bakery, 1959 Washington St. 
It is true that some people have a prejudice 
against public bakeries, but if all of these estab- 
lishments are run on the same principles that 
have characterized the management of that car- 
ried on by Mr. J. P. Lang, of 195'j Washington 
Street, these prejudices could not possibly long 
continue, as they would not have the slightest 
foundation in fact. Mr. Lang began business at 
the above-named place in 1878 and has built up a 
trade that shows that honest, intelligent efibrts 
to please, are sure to be appreciated. The suc- 
cess gained is by no means the result of 
luck or chance, but is the legitimate outcome 
of hard work, large experience and good man- 
agement. The materials employed in the mak- 
ing of the bread, cakes, pastry, etc., that are 
offered to the public are not selected solely with 
an eye to their cheapness, but on the contrary 
are chosen with the purpose of producing a 
superior article that cannot fail to please. The 
result is that many who would otherwise de- 
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N. O. Wbitcomb & Co., Merchant Tail- 
ors, No. 2182 Washington Street. Those who 
prefer custom-made garments (and the propor- 
tion of such people is rapidly increasing) should 
bear in mind that perfection of style and fit is 
quite unattainable at the so-called " cheap " tail- 
ors for the simple reason that first-class cutters 
and skilful journeyman tailors are not so com- 
mon as to be at the command of everybodv, and 
that the best of work brings a premium in the 
tailoring business the same as in any other. 
On the other hand, there is no necessity for pay- 
ing the exorbitant prices demanded at certain 
fashionable establishments for, as a call on Mes- 
srs. N. O. Wbitcomb & Co. at No. 2182 Wash- 
[ ington Street will demonstrate, the very highest 
grade of tailoring is to be had, while their"very 
moderate business expenses enable them to 
I quote prices much less than the more costly 
I down town locations. The enterprise carried 
on by the firm mentioned, was started in 1848 
by Mr. R. W. Moliueux who in 186.3 associated 
with him Mr. N. O. Wbitcomb forming the firm 
of Molineux & Wbitcomb, Mr. Molineux retiring 
in 1879. The present partnership being recent^ 
ly formed by the admission of Mr. J. P. Kees, 
late with L. P. Hollander & Co. Both partners 
are practical men and the establishment under- 
their control has long been known as one of the 
few in the Highlands where strictly first-class 
garments were produced at all times and in 
every case. A fine stock of Imported and Do- 
mestic Woolens etc. is at hand to select from 
and a perfect fit and the most thorough making 
are positively guaranteed. The rates charged 
are very low for such clothing as is here pro- 
duced, and when everything is taken into con- 
sideration, will bear comparison with those of 
any other establishment in the city. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 




Geo. R. Bakemaii & Co., dealers in Fur- 
niture, Carpets and Karif^es, Misfit Carpets and 
Remnants on liand. No. 2lo2 and 2136 Washing- 
ton Street. The house-furnishing goods business 
has assumed great prominence in Boston of late 
years and anyone thinking of furnishing a 
house is much more apt to be puzzled by the 
number of firms that stand ready to supply 
him than he is by any other one thing. It is 
not our place of course to draw comparisons 
between rival firms in the same line of busi- 
ness and we have no intention of doing so, but 
yet there can be no objection to making men- 
tion of those popular favorites in the com- 
munity and prominent among such is unques- 
tionably that conducted by Geo. R. Bakeraan & 
Co., at No 21.32 and 21:^^(3 Washington Street. 
Mr. Bakeinan began operations in 1870 and 
has proceeded from the first to give full value 
for money expended in every case, being con- 
fident that such a course would be appreciated 
and duly rewarded as a consequence. His pat- 
ronage is large and constantly increasing. Two 
stores in which are six floors 30x125 feet each 
are utilized, and furniture, ranges, bedding, oil 
cloth, carpets and all house-furnishing goods 
are carried in great variety. Mr. Bakeman is a 
native of this city, is a Free Mason and a well- 
informed man in his line of business. He 
realizes that in order to sell low he must buy 
low and give close personal attention to his 
business in every department. 



Cliarle.s H. Seftou, House, Sign and Fres- 
co Painter, Graining, Glazing and Gilding Hard- 
wood Doors a Specialty, No. 2G70 Washington 
Street, Boston. Orders by mail promptly atten- 
ded to. A house that is prominent among those 
of similar descrii)tion, is that carried on by 
Charles H. Sefton at No. 2070 Washington St. 
Mr. Sefton began business in ISSl, and has an 
extensive and growing trade; he is well known; 
is a member of the Koyal Arcanum, of the order 



of Red men and order of Haptosaphs. The prem- 
ises occupied by him are of the dimensions of 
2.jx00 feet, and a force of seven men is employed, 
who are very skillful in their trade. House, 
sign and fresco painting is done, and he also 
makes a specialty of graining, glazing and gilding; 
all orders are given prompt attention and execut- 
ed at the shortest notice. Mr. Sefton may be said 
to be an artist in his business, so beautifully is 
ins work done, and at prices too that are very 
low. 



Henry L. Hadcock, Apothecary, No. 2700 
Washington Street, Corner of Dale, Boston High- 
ands. It is impossible to find a more truly 
popular apothecary store in the Highlands than 
that conducted by Mr. Henry L. Hadcock, at 
2700 Washington, corner of Dale Street. This 
store was established upward of 30 years ago, 
and the present proprietor assumed control 
about 1.5 years ago. An extremely large and 
varied stock is carried and whether drugs, medi- 
cines, chemicals, toilet or fancy articles be 
^vallted. Mr. Hadcock can supply the same to 
the satisfaction of all concerned. Physician's 
prescriptions are filled with the utmost care and 
as only fresh and unadulterated ingredients are 
employed, the full efficacy of the compound is 
preserved. Customers will be served with 
promptness and courtesy, and the lowest prices 
cousistant with the nature of the commodities 
handled are always maintained. Mr. Hadcock 
employs an experienced assistant. 



G. W. Chesley & Co., Dealers in Hay, 
Straw, Flour and Grain, 2078 Washington Street, 
Boston. Few people have any conception of 
the immense trade carried on in Hay, Straw 
Flour, Grain, etc., in this city, any more than 
they had of the important work done by horses 
in Boston, until the famous "epizootic" of 
1872 came along, and by depriving us of the ser- 
vices of many of these useful animals showed 
us how indispensable they were to the proper 
transaction of business under existing circum- 
stances. Messrs. G. W. Chesley & Co., of 207S 
Washington Street, carry on an establishment 
which is very advantageously located, to be sure, 
but that is not the only reason of their doing a 
large business, for altliough location is doubt- 
less of importance, still there are other things 
to be considered if great success is to be won 
in this line of trade. A large stock must be 
carried, and this stock must be sufliciently va- 
ried to meet all demauds; and not only this, but 
the goods themselves must be uniform in qual- 
ity and low in price. We believe that all of 
these conditions are fulfilled at the establish- 
ment to which we have reference, and indeed it 
is obvious that many inducements must be there 
obtainable, for although operations were not 
begun until 1S81, an immense trade is now car- 
ried on, both at wholesale and retail, and this 
trade is constantly increasing. Mr. Chesley is a 
native of New Hampshire, and gives strict per- 
sonal attention to the many details of the nu- 
merous orders received. They are General 
Agents for the Bosrox Pkei'Ared Food Co. A 
spiced food specially prepared for horses and 
cattle, of which it has no superior for all diseases 
of these animals. It not only is one of the 
greatest iuvigorators for the blood, but it is a 



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sure preventive of Colds and Colic, and is ou^ 
of the best things to clear an animal of worms, 
which many horses' are subject to. Where the 
anirtal is off its feed, a small bag of the food 
fed three times a day with his ordinary feed 
will at once produce an appetite. Prices: 12^ 
lbs. baff, SI. 00; 2-5 do., SI. 90; 50 do., S3.50; 100 
do., .$(j..50; in bbls, 200 lbs., $12.00. G. W. Ches- 
ley & Co , General Agents. 



William W. Mor.se, No. ;]077 Washington 
Street, Choice Family Groceries, Fine Teas and 
Pure Coffees, Provisions, Fruits and Vegetables, 
Fresh Eggs a Specialty, also Coal and Wood, 
(Egleston Square). A gentleman who has had a 
large experience in the retail grocery and pro- 
vision business and who commands trade, is 
Mr. Wm. W. Morse of No. 3077 Washington St., 
who opened his present establishmentsome time 
m 1S76. One floor and a basement 20x80 feet in 
dimensions are occupied, and completely stocked 
with a varied assortment of the finest groceries, 
teas, coffees, etc. Fruits and vegetables are 
handled to a great extent in their seasons and 
are always to be found fresh and of the best 
quality. Meats of every description are largely 
dealt in and a specialty is made of fresh butter 
and eggs. Mr. Morse is a native of Roxbury, 
and a member of the Royal Arcanum and also 
the Legion of Honor. He gives employment to 
three competent assistants who are always on 
hand to afford attention to customers, every- 
thing will be found as represented and prices 
below comparison. 



N. S. Gate, dealer in Stoves, Ranges, Crock- 
ery Ware, and a complete line of House Fur- 
nishing Goods. Stove and Range Linings and 
Grates a Specialty, Storage for Furniture, 189-5 
Washington St., Washington Market Building. 
The bewildering variety of goods in common 
use in a modern house is not appreciated ex- 
cept by the initiated, and when the average 
young man of small means but large ambition 
decides to "set up housekeeping" and starts 
out accompanied bv his bride he is very apt to 
sigh f.>r a return of primitive savagery when a 
haunch of venison and a good appetite were 
considered the chief indispensables in house- 
bold economy, but for all that if one but knows 
where to go to purchase house-furnishing goods 
a supply may be easily obtained at a moderate 
outlay, and no better establishment in many 
respects can be visited than that of Mr. N. S. 
Gate, located at I89.5 Washington Street. Here 
two floors of the dimensions of 40x60 feet and a 
good-sized basement is occupied, containing a 
vast and varied amount of crockery, wooden- 
ware and house-furnishing goods in general, 
stoves, ranges, and linings for the same are 
made a specialty of. During the .30 years that 
this enterprise has been established, an euor- i 
mous trade has been built up. Mr. Gate is a 
native of this city and is universally known 
and highly respected. He keeps constantly 
employed two or more men who thoroughly 
understand the business, and orders for repairs I 
maybe leftwitli the full assurance that they will 1 
be executed with alacrity. Furniture stored with ; 
safety. Everything is as represented and prices j 
will be found reasonable. 1 



Miss A. M. Kerr, Dry and Fancy Goods 
and Millinery, 3105 Washington Street. A busi- 
ness that has been carried on for more than 
twelve years successfully is certainly worthy of 
mention in a work of this kind. Miss A. M. 
Kerr of No. 3105 Washington Street, began her 
present enterprise in 1876 and has established 
an extensive trade in dry and fancy goods, and 
also millinery. Bonnets and hats made and 
trimmed to order at reasonable prices. One 
floor and a basement 25x55 feet in dimensions are 
occupied, which is well supplied with fancy 
goods of all descriptions — hosiery, laces, rib- 
bons and small wares. Employment is given to 
two competent assistants, and the proprietress 
is always at hand to superintend the business. 
Orders are taken for Griffith's Steam Laundry 
and Barrett's Dye House which are given careful 
attention. A visit to this store will amply re- 
pay the time devoted to it. 



IVTcCabe & StratJgre, (Successors to Wm. 
F. Farrington), Plain and Decorative Painters, 
1196 Harrison Avenue. The firm of McCabe & 
Strange. House and Sign Painters, is certainly 
very deserving of mention in our book, for they 
have gained a very high reputation for excel- 
lent work in the comparatively short time they 
have been established. They began business 
in 1886, at No. 1 196 Harrison Avenue. They oc- 
cupy premises there measuring 15x25 feet and 
give employment to four competent and relia- 
ble assistants. Contracts are made and work is 
executed in as short a time as by any other con- 
cern of a similar nature and in a great many 
cases much less time, as the firm can command 
a much larger force of workmen when nec- 
essary. Both members of the firm are well- 
known citizens, having a large circle of friends 
in Roxbury and vicinity. House painting, 
graining, tinting and wood-work finishing in all 
it'^ branches is done, and also screen doors and 
window screens varnished and painted to ap- 
pear like new. Sign painting and lettering are 
made a specialty. Prices will be found ex- 
tremely reasonable. 



S. S. Strout, Dealer in Choice Groceries, 
No. 3112 Washington Street, Egleston Square. 
The establishment carried on by Mr. S. S. 
Strout, at No. 3112 Washington Street, is first- 
class in every respect. The gentleman began 
operations in 1SS7, and his business has grown 
to such an extent since then, that no other evi- 
dence of his good business methods is necessary. 
Mr. Strout is a member of the Free Masons and 
belongs to the G. A. R. He was a member of 
the 30th Maine Co. E. and was wounded in the 
battle at Pleasant Hill, on the 9th of April 1884. 
He is very highly respected by all who know 
him. The premises occupied by this gentleman 
are .30 x .50 feet in dimensions, and are complete- 
ly stocked with a choice line of groceries, tea, 
coffee, sugar and finest of flour largely dealt in, 
a large assortment of canned goods are carried, 
fancy groceries are also kept. A capable assis- 
tant is employed, who affords polite attention 
to all. Orders called for, filled and delivered 
promptly. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Mt. Pleasant lee Cream and Confec- at his fingei-s' ends" as one miuht say, for he 

tionery Parlor, 484 Dudley Street. About as understands it perfectly in all its branches. His 

useful a bit of information as can be i^iven a store co-vers an area of 20x40 feet, and the trade 

person is any relatinff to the whereabouts of an is not only large but select, and an ex:imina«ion 

Ice Cream Parlor, for everybody is interested in of the heavy stock he carries will show that it is 

learning where to obtain an appetizing dish of made up largely of the finer grades of goods, 

ice cream at a reasonable price, and therefore although all classes are represented, and any 

we are assured that this article will receive a demand in the grocery line can be supplied, 

careful reading. Since .Messrs. Keith ct Ha.stiugs Two assistants are in attendance and the 

opened their establishment in 1887 located at most prompt and polite service is accorded to 

484 Dudley St.— they have built-up a large and customers. Thosa wishing and appreciating 

deserving trade— they have never given their a fine article in this line should certainly give 

patrons cause for the slightest complaint of the Mr. Drew an early call. 



creams supplied, either as regards quantity 
or quality. The premises occupied comprise 
one lloor and basement 20 x 4.") feet in dimen- 
sions and are conveniently fitted up for the ac 



Goff" 4& Randall, doaleis in Provisions, 
Fruits, Vegetables, i'oultry, Etc., No. 47 Dear- 



commodation of customers. Confectionery of born Street. One of the popular and largely- 
all kinds, Cigars and Tobacco of the finest patronized provision stores in this section of 
grades are kept constantly in stock, also station- Boston, where so many excellent establishments 
ery and fancy goods. Orders for ice cream are of this kind exist, is that carried on at No 47 
filled at the shortest possible notice for enter- 1 Dearborn Street, by Messrs Goff ct Randall. 



tainments or private use. Three attendants 
are always on hand and good service is guaran- 
teed. 



These gentlemen began business here in 1886, 
and have so successfully managed it that today 
they are the proprietors of the above-named 

and well-known provision establishment. Their 

J. F. McDonald, Merchant Tailor, 18 Blue ?<^o'"e„is of the dimensions of 20x.5.j feet and 
Hill Avenue, Boston Highlands. In spite of all ^^y^'^^^ supp led with faci ities for carrying on 
the many wonderful inventions and discoveries i^ fii'st-class business, ample assistance being at 
of the age, no substitute has been found as yet ■ ^^^"^ *» ^f^ure customers prompt and courte- 
for experience, and if one wants a thing done o"^^,"«'.'tion. A very fine stock of provisions 
well he must entrust it to somebody who has ^^ '^}^ ^"^^s is earned ; also fruit, vegetables, 
had long practice in that particular kind of poultry, etc., and pains is t^iken to provide for 
work. When a man has worked in a certain ^H tastes and. purses by furnishing goods of 
business for twelve years, he cannot have failed sumcient variety to satisfy every want. Orders 
to gain a practical mastery of it during ^^''^ b«P';<^'"PVy $^"'^ ^^*^'^''=^^"^>' '•<^^'''^''^^'' ^^"'^ 
that time, and so may be depended upon to | ^''« ^J^^'^ '-"^ *|}« lowest market rates Messrs. 
conduct it in the very best manner. Such an ^^^ '•^ Randall are both members of the Odd 
experience has been enjoyed by Mr. .J. F. McDon- bellows and Grand Army, Mr. Goff having en- 
ald, merchant tailor, whose place of business is ^ I'stefl ni the Pith Maine Regiment and Mr. 



now located at No. 18 Blue Hill Avenue. He 
possesses a most thorough knowledge of the 
tailoring business in all its branches. He occu- 
pies one floor of the dimensions of 20 x 40 feet, 
and employes five assistants specially selected 
for their skill and experience. Those wishing 
anything in the tailoring line should not fail to 
give him a call, as his work is of the best quali- 
ty and done at very reasonable rates. Fitting 
is an art that is acquired only by study and 
practice, and as Mr. McDonald has had excep- 
tional opportunities for both, he is in a position 
to give perfect satisfaction. A fine line of the 
latest novelties in suitings is constantly carried. 



Randall in the 10th Maine Regiment. 

James Tizley, Practical Watchmaker, No. 
9 Blue Hill Avenue; Watches, Jewelry and 
Optical Goods. Probably not a few of our 
readers are aware that it is one thing to buy a, 
watch and another to keep it in running order, 
even the best-made watches cannot stand every- 
thing, and some of the shocks received in the 
course of business, or by some unavoidable ac- 
cident, are enough to stop a thrashing machine 
almost, to say nothing about a watch. Hut if a 
good watch be bought originally, it can gen- 

and all work is done at short notice and in the ' ^''^^^'y \^''Y''T'^ ^V! ^,"";'P^"'^!*'^<;ly f'^^^i ex- 
best manner, as an examination of any of his P«"f« '^ '^ ^^ brought to the ri!.'ht place, and 
finished garments will show. ; 1" ^^''\ connection we would call a^ttention to 

1 the establishment conducted by Mr. .James 
i Tizley located at No 9 Blue Hill Avenue. This 
Cephas Drew, dealer in Fine Groceries, i gentleman is most admirably fitted both by 
Teas, Coffees, Sugars. Flour, Butter, Cheese, ability and experience to undertake the watch- 
etc, No. 4:! Dearborn Street, Boston, Mass. A making and jewelry business in all its branches 
retail grocery establishment which is extremely with a guarantee of satisfaction. The store 
well known and regarded with great favor by utilized by Mr. Tizley covers an area of 18x2(> 
the citizens of this section of Boston is that feet and is stocked with a fine assortment of 
carried on at No. 4:J Dearborn Street by Mr. j Watches, .Jewelry and Optical goods and some 
Cephas Drew, successor to (i. F. .James. The very pronounced bargains are offered in these 
inauguration of this grocery establishment took ! goods, which are worthy of examination. All 
place many years ago and has been under the orders are promptly attended to in a careful 
enterprising management of Mr. Drew since manner. Mr. Tizley established himself in 
March 1888. Mr. Drew is a native of (^uincy business in 1880 and is altogether too well 
and as might be expected from one of his i known and highly esteemed in this locality to 
ability and experience, "has the grocery trade i render further personal mention necessary. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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William F. Eells, Maiuifactmer and Dealer 
in Stoves, Ranges and Furnaces, Fine Hand- 
Made Tin, Copper and Sheet Iron Ware, 486 
Dudley Street. Corner of Shirley Street, Mt. 
Pleasant. Tin Rooflnp^, Furnace Repairing and 
Jobbing of all kinds promptly attended to. One 
of the business bouses well known in Roxbury 




H. G. McGlaiiflin, Dealer in Meats and 
Provisions, Butter, Cheese, Eggs, Beans and 
Canned Goods. 92?) Albany Street, Boston 
Highlands. Boston, like every other large city 
of this country, is constantly growing, both in 
importance and population, and one of the many 
efiects of this growth is to be seen in the steadi- 
ly increasing number of provision stores, to be 
found on our streets. People must eat, and the 
more people, the more stores, this is one of the 
prime rules of trade and it is one that is sure to 
go with and foster healthy competition. The 
establishment of which Mr. H. G. McGlaufiin is 
the proprietor was only founded in 18S7, but it 
has " come to stay " without a doubt, for the 
business done by him is already large and is 
rapidly growing. This gentleman is a native of 
Maine and carries on operations at No. 92.3 
Albany Street. The premises in use are some 
20 feet square and are pretty thoroughly occu- 
pied by a large and varied assortment of Meats 
and Provisions, comprising Butter, Cheese, 
Eggs, Beans and Canned Goods in great variety. 
Polite assistants employed, and the present pol- 
icy of standard goods at bottom prices, gives 
them all the work they can easily handle. 



is that of Mr. William F. Eells, manufacturer 
and dealer in stoves, ranges and furnaces, at 
486 Dudley St., and although of recent establish- 
ment this house has built for itself a name 
that might be envied by older houses. Zinc, 
and home made copper and sheet iron ware, are 
dealt in to a great extent, while stoves, ranges 
and furnaces of the most improved and latest 
designs are handled, among which are the well 
known Winthrop Ranges and Fuller, Warren 
& Co.'s Top Return Flue Furnaces, the best 
made and most powerful heaters in the market. 
Repairing of these articles is also done, and roof- 
ing and jobbing are done at tlie shortest possible 
notice. The quality of all work executed guar- 
anteed to be the best found. One floor 20 x 40 
feet in dimensions is occupied and an assistant 
is always at hand, and all orders are assured 
prompt attention. 



A. W. Barton, Stationery, Cigars, Tobacco 
and Periodicals, 481 Dudley Street. The store 
occupied by Mr. A. W. Barton at No. 481 Dudley 
street, is tastefully and neatly arranged and de- 
voted to the sale of stationery of the latest de- 
sign, weekly, daily and monthly newspapers 
and periodicals, and a large stock of the choicest 
brands of cigars, both foreign and domestic is 
carried. Tobacco of all kinds and smokers' 
goods in general are to be had in great quanti- 
ties. Goods are purchasod direct of manufac- 
turers and importers, and are therefore offered 
to the trade and the public on favorable terms. 
All goods sold here are marked at the very 
lowest rates that such goods can be retailed for. 
Mr. Barton is a native of this city and the busi- 
ness he has built up since he began operations, 
shows how his methods are appreciated. 



John Oliver, Carpenter and Builder, 
Jobbing Promptly attended to, 120(3 Harrison 
Avenue, near Warren Street. Prominent among 
the many others in business, stands Mr. John 
Oliver, of No. 1206 Harrison Avenue. This gen- 
tleman is a native of Boston and began busi- 
ness at 816 Shawmut Avenue in 1876. removing 
to his present quarters in 1887. He soon be- 
came known to those who were in search of 
one to perform work in his line, for the excel- 
lent manner in which everything that was un- 
dertaken was executed, and as a result he 
rapidly built up a very extensive trade. He 
now employs five skilled assistants and is pre- 
pared to undertake carpentry work of any 
kind. All those leaving orders at his office may 
feel assured that their work will be done in a 
first class manner. One floor is utilized, 20x40 
feet in size. Mr. Oliver will be found to be as 
reasonable in his terms as is consistent with 
good work. 



J. H. Alclrich. Boarding Stable, 24 Blue 
Hill Avenue, near Dudley Street. "A merciful 
man is merciful to his beast" says the proverb, 
and in no way can mercy be more plainly shown 
than by taking pains to see that the "beast" is 
properly fed and kindly treated. Horse owners 
cannot be too careful of the animals in their 
posession, for a horse that is properly fed and 
housed, will do more and better work than one 
that is not, to say nothing of the treatment that 
so intelligent and faithful an animal deserves at 
the hands of its master. Among the many 
boarding stables located in this portion of the 
city, we know not one that we can more hearti- 
ly and unreservedly recommend than that con- 
ducted by Mr. J. H. Aldrich at No. 24 Blue Hill 
Avenue. These premises have been utilized 
for stable purposes since 1878, and have been un- 
der the present management since 1883. That 
he is thoroughly acquainted with the business, 
and is determined to run an establishment 
second to none, his record so far abundantly 
proves, and his promise that "the best of care 
and personal attention will be paid to boarders" 
and to all orders connected with the business has 
been faithfully lived up to. Mr. Aldrich is a 
native of Boston and is connected with the Odd 
Fellows and Knights of Pythias. The premises 
occupied comprise two floors, of the dimensions 
of 40 X 60 feet and employment is given to five, 
assistants. A coupe is kept for Theatres, Call- 
ing, Shopping, etc. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



F. B. Woodbury, No. 189 Centre Street, 
corner Old Heath St.. Koxbury. This establish- 
ment was opened in 1872 by Frank Duard and 
on the death of that Rentleinan in February the 
present proprietor assumed control. The store 
has undergone a thoroufjii renovation and every- 
thing is now arranged in the most attractive 
style, and the stock carried comprises a complete 
line of pure drugs and medicines, fancy and 
toilet articles, stationery, periodicals, cigars and 
confectionery. The best soda with pure syrup 
is sold at five cents per glass. Prescriptions are 
compounded with the greatest care and only 
the purest drugs and medicines are carried. 
Mr. Woodbury has enjoyed a long experience 
in prominent city drug stores, and brings to the 
business a thorough knowledge of every depart- 
ment. The store is liD x ."ID feet in size and being 
at the junction of Pynchoii. Old Heath and 
Centre Streets, is very conveniently located. 




Ferg-uson & Co. dealers in Foreign and 
Domestic Dry Goods. G-ent's Furnishing (ioods 
a specialty. UK) to II U Tremont St. One of 
the deservedly popular and representative es- 
tablislimcnts in this section of Boston is the 
■well-known dry goods house conducted by 
Ferguson & Co., and located at Nos. 1110 to 1114 
Tremont Street. 'I'his establishment was found- 
ed in 1874 by its present management, and 
during the fourteen years since elapsed, has 
been conducted with distinguished honor and 
success. A commodious and attractive store 
is utilized, consisting of two iloors nnd base- 
ment e.ach covering an area of (50x40 fer-t which 
is well stocked with a choice assortment of 
foreign and domestic dry goods, also a full and 
desirable line of gent's furnishing goods. 
These goods are in every respect equal to all 
they are claimed and guaranteed to be, and 
can be confidently depended upon. The prices 
are most reasonable and many fine bargains 
are kept constantly in stock. Ten competent 
and courteous clerks are employed in the va- 
rious departments, and show every attention 
to those inspecting the fine and varied stock 
of the house. Mr. Ferguson is a native of 
St. John and merits the position he has so 
honorably won among the dry goods mer- 
chants in this section of Boston. 



J. Pennie, Baker, No. 1007 Tremont Street. 
One of the best-known business enterprises in 
this section of the city is that conducted by Mr. 
J. Pennie. This time-honored establishment 
was founded twenty-five years ago, and has 
been under the control of its present i)roprietor 
since 18S4. One lloor and basement, each 20 x 
.00 feet in dimensions, are occupied, and an ex- 
tensive retail trade is done, four assistants being 
required to handle the many orders received. 
The establishment, which is located at No. 1007 
Tremont street, is completely stocked with a 
fine variety of fresh daily-made bread, cake and 
pastry of all kinds. Mr. Pennie is a native of 
Scotland, and an enterprising and progressive 
business man. The residents of this section 
will find this establishment a most satisfactory 
place at which to trade, for whiie the daily pro- 
duct is fresh and first-class, customers receive 
the most courteous attention, both from the 
proprietor and his efiicient assistants. 



Arthur F. Pepper, Photographer, work 
finished in Crayon, Ink and Water Colors, No. 
1051 Tremonl Street. Among the many com- 
plete and reliable photograph galleries in this 
part of Boston, is that conducted by Mr. Arthur 
F. Pepper, located at No. 105 1 Tremout street. 
There he occupies a suit of three rooms, cover- 
ing an area of 20 by tiO feet, and admirably fitted 
up and arranged for his business. Mr. Pepper 
established his business here in 1880, and has 
had a prosperous career. Photographic work 
of every description is executed by him, a spec- 
ialty being made in crayon, ink and water col- 
ors. Mr. Pepper employs able and experienced 
assistants and does a very extensive photo- 
graphic business in this section. His work will 
always be found of excellent character, for which 
most reasonable prices prevail. Being very 
anxious to i^lease all patrons, none ever leave 
his studio without a feeling of satisfaction. Mr. 
Pepper, owing to his long exjierience, can guar- 
antee a first class likeness. He is highly es- 
teemed by all wJio know him, and his list of 
business and social friends is very large. We 
commend his establishmcuc to all wishing any 
work in his artistic line. 



F. J. Herthel, Jr., Real Estate, 212 Bug- 
gies Street. From the inception of the above 
house, it has been recognized as among the 
principal realty concerns in this section of the 
city, where could be found an extensive list of 
the most desirable city and suburban j^roperty, 
farms and land. Since January 1888, the pro- 
prietor of this enterprise Mr. F. J. Herthel, Jr., 
has been intimately connected with the busi- 
ness interests of this section of Boston, and he 
has in consequence made the venture a great 
success. His office is prominently located at 
No. 212 Buggies Street, where he is i)leased to 
meet and accommodate in any way those inter- 
ested in the purchase, sale, or renting of prop- 
ertj'. In addition to his real estate business, 
he is prepared to loan money at lowest rates on 
approved securities in any amount, and he will 
be found a safe medium for transacting busi- 
ness of this nature. Mr. Herthel is a native of 
Koxbury, and a member of the Pilgrim Fathers 
association. He is well and favorably known 
throughout this section. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



167 



J. C. Lafreniere, dealer in Ranges, Stoves 
and Furnaces, 1362 Treraont Street. No better 
illustration of the perfection which has been 
attained in the manufacture of stoves and 
ranges can be found than by an inspection of 
the stock of Mr. J. C. Lafreuiere whose estab- 
rnent was founded in 1878, and which has ever 
since its inception been recognized as among 
the leading ones in the stove trade of this sec- 
tion of Boston. At his store which is locatod 
at No. 13G2 Tremont St., may be found everything 
needed in the line of stoves, ranges and furna- 
ces, together with a large and select stock of 
custom-made tinware, kitchen goods, etc., also 
oil stoves of all kinds. The premises utilized 
for this extensive retail ti-ade comprise a store 
20x60 feet in dimensions. Four assistants are 
required in the various departments of the 
business, and special attention is given to all 
kinds of job work and a large variety of stove 
linings and grates are always on hand. Mr. 
Lafreniere is closely identified with the mate- 
rial advancements of his line of business, de- 
voting his entire time and attention to the 
furtherance of the interests of his customers. 
Prompt and reliable in all his dealings, the 
extensive business he has established has fol- 
lowed as a natural result. He will be found 
■worthy of the extensive patronage he enjoys 
and therefore we commend his house to this 
community. 

HEALTH AND COMFORT 

CAX BE HAD BY USING 




Commode is perfectly odorless and indispen- 
sable to sick room, for it is a comfort to the 
sick and a help to the nurse, and by its use a 
great amount of labor is avoided in the sick 
room or where there are no sanitary improve- 
ments in the house. For sale only by J. C. 
Lafreniere, 1362 Tremont Street, Boston, 



C. B. Pail nee. Grocer, No. 204 Pynchon 

Street. Standing among the first-class houses 
in this line of trade, in this section of Boston, 
is the well-known store conducted by Mr. C. B. 
Faunce, situated at No. 204 Pynchon'street, cor. 
New Heath. The premises occupied by him 
consist of a store and basement, each 2') x 60 
feet in dimensions, with store house, stable and 
yard adjoining, and are entirely filled with a 
complete stock of goods in his line of trade, em- 
bracing, everything in the grocery line, includ- 
ing the finest grades of Teas, Coffees, etc., also 
Flour, Grain, Hay and Feed. His prices are the 
very lowest to be obtained for first-class goods. 
Two assistants are employed, and the details of 
the business are ably managed. This well- 
I known house was established by Mr. Faunce on 
I Tremont street in 1864, removing here in 1885, 
I and the store is among the most reliable in the 
i Highland District. The business is conducted 
I in a prompt and systematic style, and merits 
that liberal patronage which gives to it a com- 
manding inlinence. Mr. Faunce is a native of 
Boston and a member of the Koyal Arcanum, 
Knights of Honor and Good Fellows. He has 
made his house a favorite one for those who ap- 
preciate the advantages he offers in quality, 
quantity and prices, and we bespeak for him a 
continuance of the patronage he so well de- 
serves. 



Eugene Babo, Pharmacist, 1277 Tremont 
Street. The gentleman whose card we print 
above has not carried on his present establish- 
ment for a very long period of time, but he has 
has already succeeded in building up a promis- 
ing business, although as our readers know 
there are many similar enterprises seeking the 
patronage of the public. Mr. Babo owes what 
success he has won, first, to his intimate know- 
ledge of pharmacy, and second, to his evident 
devotion to the interests of his customers. The 
former gives him the ability to serve the public 
to tlie best advantage, and the latter shows that 
be is determined to do so. The stock on hand 
is a large and carefully selected one, and com- 
prises drugs, medicines and chemicals of stand- 
ard purity, together with full lines of fancy 
goods, toilet articles, rtc. Those who are ac- 
customed to think oi "diug-store prices" as 
necessarily high, should call at this store and 
learn their mistake with their own eyes. Mr. 
Babo is a careful and discriminating buyer, and 
he gives his customers the benefit of whatever 
bargains he may make. An important and rap- 
idly growing brancli of his trade is the sale of 
various preparations bearing his name and de- 
signed expressly for the relief and cure of some 
of the more common physical indispositions. 
These preparations are compounded of care- 
fully cho.sen ingredients, and will be found as 
efficient as they are cheap, harmless and agree- 
able. Physicians' prescriptions are prepared at 
short notice, and it should be stated that Mr. 
Babo gives careful personal attention to the fill- 
ing of all such orders. He has every facility at 
hand that tends to lessen the possibility of mis- 
take, and as he is fully aware of the responsi- 
bility devolving upon him, may be entirely de- 
pended upon to avoid the slightest error. Low 
prices rule and satisfaction is guaranteed. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



J. li. Cassidy & 15 ro.. Hack, Livery 
and Boardinjj Stable, Xo. 7 Station .Street. 
Night calls promptly attended to. Picnic 
and Slei<^liiu<r Parties accommodated. J. 
J. Frauey, propi'ietor. Althoujih the day 
of stages has passed away the demand for 
the livery business has only increased with 
advancing wealth and refinement, and the 
first-class livery stable is now as much as 
ever, and as it will continue to be, a i^racti- 
cal necessity in every cultivated commun- 
ity. The livery business now conducted 
by Mr. .John J. Franey was established by 
J. B. Cassidy it Drother (which firm name 
he still retains) in IS.j'i, and has been under 
the sole management of Mr. Franey since 
1878, and has continued uninterruptedly 
since then to meet all demands upon its 
service in the most prompt, courteous and 
satisfactory manner. The fine stable now occu- 
pied is a four-story structure, and is fitted up 
and stt)cl<:ed in the most modern and approved 
style. It contains thirty-five stalls and has am- 
ple accommodations for sixty carriages. Horses 
and carriages are constantly kept in readiness 
for driving, funerals, weddings, etc., and the 
most satisfactory and agreeable terms can be 
made at any time for any of the requirements of 
a first-class livery and boarding-stable. Our 
readers will also* find the best opportunities 
here for the boarding and baiting of their 
horses. Six capable and experienced assistants 
are employed, and the advantages of this stable 
and the liberal and reliable methods of its able 
proprietor are too well known to the residents 
of this community to need any commendation. 
Mr. Franey is a member of the Foresters. 




C. E. Cliauiberlaiu, dealer in Carpenters' 
Tools, Builders' Hardware, Paper Hangings, 
Paints. Oils, Varnishes, Window Glass, etc. etc., 
No. ]o(K) Tremont Street, (lloxbury Crossing). 
The well-known establishment of C. E. Cham- 
berlain, located at No, 13(30 Tremont street, 
which was founded twenty-four years ago, has 
attained to a position of prominence among the 
leading retail houses of LJoston. The premises 
occupied for business purposes consist of a 
store 20 by 80 feet in dimensions, with a three- 
story building in the rear used as a store-house 
in which an immense stock is carried. The 
store is fitted up in a convenient manner, a new 
front having been recently built, and no facility 
is wanting for extending his trade. The mag- 
nitude and variety of the stock carried is at all 
times ]irepared for the demand upon it, and 
embraces a large assortment and variety of car- 
penters' tools, builders' hardware, paper hang- 
ings, of which he carries a very full line, paints, 
oils, varnishes of every description, window 
glass, etc. etc. Mr. Chamberlain makes it a 
point to carry only the most reliable goods, and 
such as he can confidently recommend to his 
customers. The assortments are full and choice, 
and very low prices aie quoted. It is, without 
doubt, one of the leading liardware stores in 
this part of the city, and is conducted by Mr. 
Chamberlain on strict business principles. He 
established his business here in 18G4. He is en- 
ergetic and progressive, a gentleman of integ- 
rity and personal worth, and enjoys a large pat- 
ronage throughout this community. 



E. W. Wrij,'!!!, H. ..Shoes, 

lo8G Tremont Street, Kaihoad Crossing. There 
is nothing which contributes more directly to 
the metropolitan character of a city than the 
establishment of enterprising and reliable 
houses, thereby augmenting the facilities of 
supply and inducing trade to the given centre. 
Among the important accessions to this branch 
of trade (namely, boots, shoes and rubbers), is 
the house of E. W. Wright, which was estab- 
lished in 187.5, and since his death has been 
conducted under its original name by Mrs. 
Wright. The premises occupied are located at 
No. l.JSG Tremont street, and cover an area of 
20 by 60 feet, and are stocked with every variety 
of the most desirable boots and shoes for men, 
women, boys, youths, misses and children, of 
all the various grades suited to the market. 
The facilities enjoyed by the house embrace the 
most desirable relations with manufacturers for 
supplying that class of goods they can with 
coutidence commend to the trade. In conclu- 
sion, we would say that with experience in the 
business and possessing those essential qualities 
of progression which keep pace with the spirit 
of tiie times, the management presents to the 
public unsurpassed advantages. 



Jaiiie.s F. Curley, Fish and Oysters, 1211 
Tremont Street. The lletail Fish and Oyster 
establishment of Mr. James F. Curley, is one of 
the popular sources of sea food supply in this 
section of Boston, and since the business was 
established eight years ago, it has been a most 
popular market for the retail trade in this sec- 
tion. This fish market was established in 1880 
by the present proprietor, Mr. James F. Curley, 
at No. 1211 Tremont street. Mr. Curley occu- 
pies a store covering an area of 20x40 feet, and 
his facilities for supplying fish, oysters, clams, 
lobsters and sea food generally, of standard ex- 
cellence at fair prices, are unsurpassed by any 
competitor in this section of the city. Orders 
delivered personally, by customers, or otherwise 
have jjrompt attention, and merchandise is de- 
livered to all parts of the city. The most delic- 
ious goods are always obtainable here in season, 
warranted fresh. Mi-. Curley is held in highest 
esteem for his probity and worth, and his suc- 
cess in catering to the people of the Highlands 
District is the logical sequence of his business 
ability and energy. 



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Keuaetli 3Iacka.v, manufacturer of Fine 

Harness, \-]'.)i Tremonr Streec (Crossing). In 

^M*'i ^'i ^lilltii;,, commei'Cial 

liistoiy of 
Uostou and 
her present 
[enterprises, 
we fi u d 
some iirnis 
who have, 
by superior 
w ork mnn- 
i ship, stead- 
ily o;aiued a 

patronage and rnnk among tlie solid and well- 
tried houses of this city. One of these is the 
harness manufacturing establishment of Mr. 
Kenneth Mackay. loiat«d at 1:]94 Tremont St., 
and we are glad to call tlie attention of our 
readers to this honorable and reliable house. 
Mr. Mackay has in stock all kinds of the very 
best of tine harness, fie employs only skilled 
workmen, and occupies premises covering an 
area of 20 x 45 feet. Mr. Mackay is a practical 
harness maker, ami has been established at his 
present location since 1878. having enjoyed a 
previous experience of twenty-nine years. Be- 
ing a manufacturer of his harness it enables 
him to place his goods uj^on the market at such 
wonderfully low prices that they cannot be 
easily duplicated. He has a large custom and 
retail trade among the citizens of this vicinity, 
which is yearly increasing, and a specialty is 
made in ma,nufactiiring gentlemen's driving 
harness, having made harness for several well- 
known horse owners. He is prompt in execut- 
ing all orders, whether for repairing or manu- 
facture, and we may say has established an en- 
viable reputation. 



E. D. Conklin, Boarding and Livery Sta- 
ble, Hacks, Barges and Boat-Sleighs to let. 59 
Pynchon Street. Boston Highlands, (telephone 
connection). One of the important livery es- 
tablishments of this part of Boston is that con- 
ducted by Mr. E. D. Conklin, and located at No. 
59 I'ynchon street. The business established 
by this enterprising gentleman in 1882, has rap- 
idly grown in public favor. The needs of the 
business demand the services of eleven experi- 
enced employees. The stable corapiises a three- 
story structure, covering an area of 40 by GO 
feet, with ample accommodation for the care of 
eighty horses and seventy carriages, and an air 
of neatness pervades the entire establishment. 
Mr. Conklin has on hand, at all times, a large 
variety of teams for livery purposes, including 
single and double teams, hacks, barges and 
boat-sleighs. Tbese will be furnished for all 
occasions on short notice and at most reason- 
able terms. Mr. Conklin spares no pains in his 
efforts to please the public. The stables have 
a good location and the genial and obliging pro- 
prietor deserves the continued success which is 
assured to him. Mr. Conklin is a native of Bos- 
ton, and a member of the Grand Army, having 
enlisted iu the 45th Massachusetts Regiment, 
Co. B. , and was in the engagements at King- 
ston Bridge and Newbern, and many others 
during our late rebellion. 



Thomas J. Mitchell, Dealer in Groceries 
and Provisions, choice brands of Wines, Liquors 
and Cigars, 140 and 1 48 Ruggles, and 160 Cabot 
Street. Boston Highlands. Largely engaged in 
this line of trade, we would mention Mr. Thos. .J. 
Mitchell, who for the past sixteen years has 
been recognized as a prominent and successful 
dealer iu groceries and provisions in this section 
of the city. This business was established in 
1872 by Mr. Mitchell, and from its inception 
gave promise of vitality which the succeeding 
years have only rendered more apparent, and 
at the present time is classed among the first- 
class retail houses iu this line of trade in this 
locality. The premises occupied by him for 
trade purposes are located at Nos. 146 and 148 
Ruggles and 160 Cabot streets. The stock car- 
ried is very complete aud embraces a full line 
of choice family and fancy groceries; also a 
desirable assortment of provisions, which en- 
ables the proprietor to suit the large variety of 
tastes catered to. Aside from the above-men- 
tioned lines of merchandise the stock embraces 
choice liquors. All these are offered to con- 
sumers at guaranteed lowest prices, and are 
warranted to be genuine and of the best qual- 
ity. Four assistants are required in the orderly 
management of the business, which is exclu- 
sively retail iu character. Mr. Mitchell is a 
native of Boston, and is widely known and es- 
teemed throughout the community. 



M. Iverr, Dealer in Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Cloaks, etc. ; Agent for Household Sewing Ma- 
chines: Machine Supplies on hand; also Agent 
for the Original Barrett's Dye House and Do- 
mestic Patterns ; Millinery in all its branches; 
No. 1247 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass. One of 
the most enterprising business houses in this 
part of the city, and one in whose history and 
business methods are brilliantly set forth the 
sure results of energetic, honorable aud perse- 
vering work, is the well-known business repre- 
sented and conducted by Mr. M. Kerr of this 
city. This house was established over fifteen 
years ago, aud has been under the sole control 
of Mr. Kerr since 1886, who has since carried it 
forward with great ability and merited success. 
The store occupied is 20 x 60 feet in dimen- 
sions, with a basement of the same size, lo- 
cated at No. 1247 Tremont Street. The trade 
of this house has assumed large proportions, 
being undoubtedly one of the largest iu its 
line in this vicinity. The stock of the house 
includes Fine Dry and Fancy Goods, Cloaks, 
Sacks and .lerseys of the most reliable quality, 
also a large line of Furs; and in addition to the 
above-mentioned goods, Mr. Kerr is agent for 
the Domestic Pattern Co.; and the original Bar- 
rett's Dye House. Mr. Kerr also deals iu the 
Household Sewing Machines. Needles, Belts, 
Oils and Machine Supplies are constantly on 
hand. Machines are bought, sold and rented 
by the month. Machines are cleaned and re- 
paired at short notice. One department of this 
house is devoted to the Millinery line of trade 
in all its branches, a specialty being made of 
Mourning orders at short notice. Eight compe- 
tent assistants are constantly employed to meet 
the growing demand of the retail trade. Mr. 
Kerr ranks among our energetic and enterpris- 
ing business men. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Walter Mott, M.D., Free Dispensary. 
No. 1250 Tremont Street, hours: 9 to 12 a.m.; T 
to 9 p.m.; and 7j Chester Square, hours: 1 to 3 
p.m. A fji'eat convenience to the residents of 
upper Tremont Street, is the Free Dispensary of 
Dr. Mott. This gentleman {graduated in ISTuat 
Long Island Colle<?e Hospital at Brooklyn. Re- 
moving to JJoston in 1878. lie opened his pres- 
ent ollice in June 1SS7. The idea of the present 
enterprise is to furnish free advice to all classes, 
particularly those who are unable to pay for 
such, and charge only the regular prices for the 
medicines furnished to patients. The advan- 
tage of this plan will be readily seen as they ob- 
tain equal service as at the hospitals, and pa- 
tients lind this a much more convenient place. 
The doctor is at his oiBce at 12.J0 Tremont St., 
from 1) to 12 and 4 to G and 7 to 9 daily, and no 
charge whatever is made for advice, unless he 
is called upon to visit a patient at his residence. 
lu addition to his large practice at his dispen- 
sary, he has another office at 75 Chester Square, 
where he makes a specialty of Diseases of the 
Kectum, and his patients visit him from distant 
portions of the United States as well as a large 
city practice. 



and consist of one floor and basement, each 
covering an area of 20 by .50 feet. The stock of 
choice staple and fancy family groceries carried 
is first-class and reliable in every respect, and 
rated at prices considerably below the average. 
Mr. Bradford employs only courteous and com- 
petent assistants, and commands a line retail 
trade in this part of Boston. He has won the 
respect and regard of his fellow-citizens for the 
striking and honoiable qualities of mind and 
character, wliich, in his case, have been the fit- 
tinij fore-runners of success. 



E.s.sex Market, E. R. Lowe, dealer in all 
kinds of Beef, I'ork, Lamb. Mutton. Veal, Poul- 
try, Fruit and Vegetables. No. 1:537 Tremont St.. 
cor. Station. Amon^ the prosperous retail 
nouses of Boston Highlands, whose extensive 
operations entitle them to our consideration, 
we note with pleasure the one above named, the 
character and extent of whose business fur- 
nishes a fitting example of that class of houses 
■whose success is the best evidence we can offer 
forthe consideration of the purchasing public. 
This enterprise which is among the most com- 
plete meat markets in this part of Boston, was 
founded in 1885 by Mr. C. K. Lowe, its present 
proprietor. This establishment is popularly 
known as the Es.sex Market, and located at No. 
1337 Tremont street, corner of Station, and com- 
prises one floor and basement, each 20 by 45 
feet in dimensions, which are well stocked with 
a choice variety of beef, poik, lamb, mutton; 
veal, poultry, fruit and vegetables. The exten- 
sive retail trade requires the services of three 
capable assistants, and all orders received are 
promptly filled and delivered. Mr. Lowe is well 
known in social as well as business circles of 
tlie community, and is a member of the Odd 
Fellows. 



H. liradford. Grocer, 1101 Tremont Street. 
Ihe age and importance of the grocery trade 
entitles it to a leading position among tlie most 
influential industries of the world, and its rep- 
resentatives in this city and vicinity are not 
surpassed for reliable dealings or business en- 
terprise by any of their confreres. Prominent 
^I"ong the grocers of this section of ]5oston, 
Mr. H. Bradford is recognized as an honorable 
and progressive merchant. The establishment 
now conducted by him was founded thirteen 
years ago. and has been under the sole manage- 
ment and control of Mr. Bradford since 1887, 
and he has met with continuous and deserved 
success. The premises utilized for this grocery 
business are located at No. ll',)l Tremont street, 



J. B. Walker, Stationery, Fancy Goods, 
Valentines, Birthday Cards, Toys and Periodi- 
cals, 1:]92 Tremont Street, (crossing of Provi- 
dence Railroad). This establishment, which 
ranks among the leading business houses in this 
part of the city, is one of t!ie most popular 
dealing in stationery, fancy goods and books. 
Mr. J. B. Walker, the present proprietor, estab- 
lished the business in 1875, and to his superior 
skill and able management and untiring indus- 
try, is due, in a great measure, the progress and 
success which has been attained during its ca- 
reer. A large and varied stock is carried, in- 
cluding stationery, books and periodicals of all 
kinds, fancy goods, valentines and birthday 
cards of every description; also a large variety 
of toys. Mr. Walker possesses every facility 
known to the trade for giving his patrons and 
friends extra inducements, both in low prices, 
and excellent quality of goods sold. The store 
occupied covers an area of 20 by 50 feet. It is 
eligibly located at No. 1392 Tremont street, and 
is filled with as large and reliable a stock as 
can be found in any similar establishment. Mr. 
Walker is a native of lioston, enterprising and 
energetic, and his business standing and general 
reputation, as well as the liberal manner in 
which the business is conducted, ia a subject of 
the most favorable comment. 



J. A. Anderson, Dry and Fancy Goods, 1305 
Tremont Street. Among the many well-known 
Dry and Fancy Goods houses in the section of 
Boston known as the Highland District,is the one 
conducted by J. A. Anderson who is located at 
No. 1305 Tremont Street. From its foundation 
in 1865. it took a loading position among simi- 
lar establishments. The premises utilized by 
Mr. Anderson comprise one floor and abase- 
ment each covering an area of 29 x 55 feet, 
which are conveniently fitted up for the taste- 
ful display of the large stock handled, which 
embraces a fine line of Dry and Fancy Goods. 
A number of experienced assistants are con- 
stantly employed, and in addition to the line of 
goods already mentioned Mr. Ander.son carries 
a fine assortment of Berlin Knitting A'arn, for 
which he is the General Agent. He is also 
agent for tlie Universal Fashion Patterns, and 
it is with pleasure wo commend his goods and 
establishment to the favorable attention of all 
our readers who have not patronized him. 
Here they can obtain fresh goods, and patterns 
of the latest designs and newest fashions at 
fair and reasonable prices. Mr. Anderson is 
thoroughly experienced in all the details of bis 
business and well deserving of the success he 
has achieved. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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Hanuon Bros., Dealers in Groceries and 
Provisions, 24. 26 & 28 Heath Street. If there 
was anybody that mistrusted the ability of Han- 
non Brothers to make a success of the enter- 
prise they established at Nos. 24, 26 and 28 
Heath street in 1885, they must have long since 
changed their opinion, for, as a matter of fact, 
these gentlemen have scored a genuine "hit" 
and do a business that is large now and is grow- 
ing larger every month. Two stores are occu- 
pied, and groceries and provisions of all kinds 
are dealt in very extensively. The firm is made 
up of Messrs. M. A. and D. P. Hannon, both of 
■whom are energetic businass men and thor- 
oughly acquainted with the many details of the 
business they conduct. From tire very begin- 
ning of operations but one course has been fol- 
lowed — furnishing the best possible goods at 
the lowest possible prices, and the result of this 
method of management is to be seen in the 
preference which those who have done business 
here show for dealing with this firm. Orders 
are filled without delay, and a sufficient number 
of assistants are employed to maive it possible 
to serve customers with politeness and dispatch. 
The stock carried is a very heavy and varied 
one, and comprises about everything that is usu- 
ally sold at a first-class grocery and provision 
store. Teas, coffees and flour are offered at bot- 
tom rates, and meats of all kind* are also han- 
dled very largely and supplied iti quantities to 
suit, at prices within the reach of all. 



Frank Schwartz, Upholsterer and Furni- 
ture Repairer, 17 Blue Hill Avenue, Roxbury, 
and 406 Washington Street, Dorchester. The 
demand for the requisites for making our homes 
attractive, has of late years steadily increased, 
and the skill and taste of manufacturers of arti- 
cles entering into the adornment of dwellings 
has been taxed to supply the essentials called 
for by tlie cultivated tastes and refinement of 
to-day. In no particular of house decoration, 
has such marked improvement been manifest as 
in that relating to upholstery, and the artistic 
styles evolved by those who cater to the people 
in this regard, have added manifold attractions 
to "the palaces of the rich and the cottages of 
the poor." Prominent among the establish- 
ments devoted to this line of trade is that con- 
ducted by Mr. Frank Schwartz, upholsterer, lo- 
cated at No. 17 Blue Hill Avenue, Roxbury, and 
406 Washington St., Dorchester. Mr. Schwartz 
began business here in 1884, and during the 
four years since elapsed, has conducted it with 
such energy and tact as to develop the exten- 
sive trade now enjoyed in this locality. Mr. 
Schwartz's facilities for supplying the latest 
and best goods, and executing all orders in the 
most satisfactory manner are all that could be de- 
sired. Hair Mattresses made over and to order; 
carpets taken up, beating, cleaning, sewing, fit- 
ting, planning and put down; all kinds of fur- 
niture repaired and made to order; window 
shades, curtains and draperies cleansed, fixed 
and made to order; work done at residence if 
desired, at reasonable prices; good work guar- 
anteed; a postal card will receive prompt atten- 
tion. Mr. Schwartz is a native of Germany, and 
enjoys the esteem and confidence of the resi- 
dents of this community to a maiked degree. 



F. L. Hazelton & Co., 57 Chadwick 
Street, and 20 Yeoman Street. It is agreed by 
physicians, and also by others who have made 
the matter a study, that the moderate use of 
cooling beverages is one of the best aids tow- 
ards retaining perfect health during Summer's 
heats, and the first point to be observed is, that 
these drinks are light in quality and pure in 
composition. Without the least desire to dis- 
parage the productions of other makers, it must 
be acknowleged that those bottled by Messrs. 
F. L. Hazelton & Co., are very hard to equal, 
either as regards the purity of the materials en- 
tering into them or the delicacy and desirability 
of the flavoring, and that the public in general 
sustains us in this opinion is ^shown by the 
large and steadily growing demand for the 
goods bearing the name of the firm mentioned. 
Business was begun in 1870 and has now 
reached such proportions that thirty men are 
required to supply its demands. The premises 
utilized are located at Nos. 57 Chadwick Street, 
and 20 Yeoman Streets, and comprise three 
floors of the dimensions of 50x100 feet together 
with a storehouse of considerable capacity. 
Messrs. F. L. Hazelton & Co., bottle Summer 
Drinks of every description including Tonic 
beer. Mineral Waters, Lager beer. Porter, Ale, 
Cider, etc., and have reason to be proud of the 
i-eputation their productions have in the mar- 
ket for uniform superiority of excellence. They 
do an exclusively wholesale business, which is 
by no means confined to this city but extends 
for some miles around it, and despite the fact 
that unusual pains are taken in the manufac- 
ture of their goods, their prices will bear com- 
parison with those of any firm engaged in a 
similar line of business. Dealers should place 
their orders with this house as they will supply 
a product that will sell. 



Kriig' & Beck, Manufacturers of Bologna 
Sausages, &c. ; also Dealers in Beef, Pork, Lard, 
Hams, Vegetables, &c., 23 Station, cor. Mendora 
Street. There are few articles of food that are 
more universal favorites than sausages, and, in- 
deed, it would be hard to find anything in the 
eating line that contains more nutriment in the 
same space, is easier to prepare for the table, 
or is more truly economical to use. It is to our 
German fellow citizens that we owe the general 
introduction of sausages, and the manufacture 
of them is almost entirely in the hands of men 
of this nationality. Among the most success- 
ful sausage manufacturers in Roxbury are 
Krug ^fe Beck, doing business on Station street, 
and the way in which these gentlemen's trade 
has grown since it was started in 1885 is as un- 
usual as it is marked. Both partners were born 
in Germany, and make a specialty of the man- 
ufacture of Bologna and Frankfort sausages, 
doing both a wholesale and a retail business, 
and occupying one floor and a basement of the 
dimensions of 22 x 50 feet. They are both men 
of skill and experience in their line of trade, 
and produce articles that are equal to the best 
and are made of selected material carefully sea- 
soned and warranted all right in every respect. 
They employ three competent assistants, and 
their prices are as low as can be quoted on 
really first-class articles. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Day & Gould, Boots and Shoes, 1303 Tre- 
mont Street. Among the best-known houses 
engaged in the sale of boots, slioes and rubbers 
in this section of the city, is that of Day & 
Gould, located at No. loU;]Troni.>nt street, this 
business was established by Mr. Day in 1S72, 
succeeded by the present firm in isss, and dur- 
ing the sixteen years which have elapsed since 
starting the store has been carried on in a 
highly satisfactory manner, to botli Mr. Day and 
his numerous customers. The store is '25 by 70 
feet in dimensions, and is finely stocked with a 
full assortment of ladies' and gentlemen's boots, 
shoes and rubbers, and the prices will be found 
as reasonable as any in the city. The extensive 
retail trade of this house requires the employ- 
ment of four salesmen, who will be found at- 
tentive and polite, and everything possible will 
be done to give entire satisfaction to all their 
patrons. Mr. Day has had thirty years' expe- 
rience in this business, and they both deserve 
great credit for the manner in which the busi- 
ness is conducted, and we would earnestly rec- 
ommend this as an enterprise worthy of patron- 
age. The trade is large and rapidly extending. 



Fallon Bros., Plumbers, and dealers in 
plumbing Materials; .Jobbing promptly and per- 
sonally attended to; No. 1246 Tremont Street. 
Among the many successful houses engaged in 
the above-named trade in this section of Boston, 
is that of Fallon Bros, which was established in 
1882, and has been conducted by them in a most 
commendable manner. This establishment is lo- 
cated at No. 124(5 Tremont St, and covers an area 
of 20x50 feet, and is fitted up with every facility 
for the systematic prosecution of the work en- 
gaged in, which embraces everything in the 
plumbing business. In every branch of the bus- 
iness Messrs. Fallon Bros, are prepared to com- 
pete with any of their contemporaries, and they 
may be implicitly depended upon to perform all 
contracts with promptness and satisfaction. 
The general stock is complete, extensive and 
valuable, and embraces all materials requisite 
for the plumbing business. The extensive job- 
bing and contract work transacted by this firm, 
requires the services of six thoroughly capable 
and skilled assistants. Jobbing promptly and 
personally attended to, and all orders by mail 
executed promptly and satisfactorily. Messrs. 
Fallon Bros, are life-long residents of Boston 
and have established a reputation, which admits 
of no cavil, while the interest they take in all 
matters tending to the advancement and ma- 
terial prosperity of their trade, entitles them to 
the wide-spread esteem they enjoy in this com- 
munity. 



Newell Paine, Apothecary, 1181 Tremont 
Street. The profession of the apothecary is one 
which demands a wide knowledge of medical 
and Pharmaceutical science, which only comes 
as the result of long years of study and practice, 
and also a rare executive ability in the adminis- 
tration of the delicate and high'ly important du- 
ties which are intrusted to him. In our day 
and city there are few who adorn this position 
and fulfill its duties with the highest ability and 
success, and none have proved themselves more 
worthy of this distinction than Mr. Newell 



Paine, one of our first-class druggists. He has 
been settled in business here since 1872, with a 
previous experience of fourteen years, and has 
won extended recognition among our citizens 
of the Highland district, as being eminently 
fitted to fulfill all duties devolving on him. The 
premises occupied by him are located at No. 
1181 Tremont Street, and comprise one floor and 
a basement each 20 x 40 feet in dimensions, 
where is carried a large and complete stock of 
pure drugs and medicines of every description, 
and his counters are also adorned with many 
beautiful and tasty fancy articles. Every de- 
partment is managed on the strictest principles 
of honor and fidelity, and great care is taken in 
the putting; up of prescriptions for the thorough- 
ness and absence from all mistakes, in which 
department the house bears an honorable repu- 
tation. Mr. Paine is one of our most respected 
and reliable citizens. 



E. D. Woods, Grocer, 1205 Tremont Street. 
The special attention of our many readers is 
directed to the well-known house of E. D. 
Woods, located at 1265 Tremont street, retail 
dealer in choice staple and fancy family gro- 
ceries. There are probably few articles so hard 
to obtain unadulterated as groceries, and only 
by the greatest care in purchasing, either by 
the consumer or retailer, can the quality be as- 
sured. This enterprising house was established 
in 1877 by its present proprietor. In conse- 
quence of the unrivaled superiority of his goods 
his trade has rapidly increased, necessitating 
the employment of two capable and reliable as- 
sistants. The premises utilized comprise a store 
and basement, each 20 by 60 feet in dimensions, 
and a large retail trade is done. The stock 
embraces a fine selection of staple and fancy 
groceries, a specialty being made of flour. Mr. 
VVoods is a member of the Odd Fellows, Knights 
of Honor, Legion of Honor and Pilgrim 
Fathers. The equitable manner in which his 
business is conducted, as well as the excellent 
quality of goods handled, are guarantees suffi- 
ciently obvious why consumers would do well 
to place their orders with this progressive and 
I'epresentative house. 



J. Woodward, Locksmith and Dealer in 
Hardware and Wall Paper, No. 1278 Tremont 
Street. The business of the locksmith and 
hardware dealer, above almost all others, in- 
creases in importance as the country grows 
older and more thickly settled, but the degi'ee 
of perfection which is attained, is due to the 
energy of individuals, who have been foi' many 
years connected with the business. Such a one 
is that conducted by Mr. J. Woodward, which 
was established in 18(57, and during the twenty- 
one years since elapsed, he has succeeded by 
his ability and practical knowledge of the busi- 
ness, in building up a large retail trade, as lock- 
smith and dealer in hardware and paper hang- 
ings. This establishment is located at No. 1278 
Tremont street, and comprises one floor and a 
basement each 20 x 40 feet in dimensions. The 
fine stock comprises everything under the head 
of hardware, also glass and a large assortment 
of paper hangings. Mr. Woodward makes a 
specialty of the locksmith business in all its 



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173 



branches, and keys are made and fitted for all 
kinds of locks; saws filed, etc. Two thoroughly 
competent assistants are employed, who under- 
stand the business in all its details. Mr. Wood- 
ward is a native of Bi'Stou, an enterprising busi- 
ness man, stiidyint;' the wants of his trade, and 
by handling a reliable quality of goods at fair 
prices, has built up his present. prosperous busi- 
ness. 




shows that the public appreciate liberal and 
enterprising business methods, and an examin- 
ation of their stock and prices will give sufS- 
cient explanation as to the reason of their ex- 
ceptional success, already attained. All callers 
will be courteously served and given all desired 
information in regard to anything in their line. 
Everything handled by this firm is fresh and 
first-class in every respect, and all articles are 
warranted to prove as represented. 



Taylor & Carey, Dealers in Stoves, Fur- 
naces, Furniture. Tinware and Kitchen Goods, 
Crockery and Glass. No. 1267 Treraont Street. 
To obtain as much heat as possible from the 
fuel consumed, has long been the aim of those 
scientists and inventors, who have turned their 
attention to the designing of stoves, furnaces, 
etc., and the progress made in this direction 
during the last score of years is simply wonder- 
ful. So pronounced is it that in more than one 
instance with coal at present prices, a man 
would save money by throwing away the old- 
fashioned stove, or furnace he now has, and pro- 
curing one fitted with the latest fuel-saving de- 
vices, and not only has great progress been made 
from an economical stand-point, but also from 
an artistic one, as the stove of the present day 
has been changed from an ugly black cylinder, 
to what may justly be entitled, "a thing of 
beauty." To inspect and secure the latest im- 
provements in these goods visit an estab- 
lishment which makes a point of handling the 
latest novelties as well as dealing in articles of 
standard celebrity, and as good an example of 
this kind of a house as can be found is that 
lately established and conducted by Messrs. 
Taylor & Carey, whose finely arranged and at- 
tractive store is located at No. 1267 Tremont 
street. These gentlemen are thoroughly con- 
versant with all the details of the business, both 
having been engaged in this line of trade 
for many years. Mr. Taylor was formerly of 
the firm of Taylor Brothers of Charlestown, 
and Mr. Carey has been for several years con- 
nected with the Magee Furnace Co. The stock 
carried embraces all the latest and most im- 
proved styles and inventions in stoves, fur- 
naces, etc. ; also a complete and fine assortment 
of furniture, tinware and kitchen goods, glass- 
ware and crockery. Their present patronage 



A. Xicliolson, Meat Market, 11S9 Tremont 
Street. The pi'ovision trade of Boston is yearly 
assuming greater proportions, and she can 
boast of many large and enterprising firms in 
this line as any city in the state. Among them 
and one whicli has exhibited marked ability in 
this direction is that of Mr. A. Xicliolson. This 
market was established by Mr. Nicholson in 
18SS, and although of such very recent incep- 
tion has succeeded in gaining an extensive re- 
tail trade, and the services of two capable as- 
sistants are required. The market is eligibly 
located at No. 1180 Tremont street. It is 20 by 
46 feet in size, and is well stocked with a choice 
assortment of meats of all kinds. This market 
is very neat and attractive, and goods are ar- 
ranged in the most inviting manner. Mr. Nich- 
olson enjoys a fine retail trade among the best 
citizens in this part of the city. This is due, in 
part, to the superiority of the goods carried and 
in part to the prompt filling and delivery of all 
orders, as well as the courteous treatment given 
to patrons. Mr. Nicholson is a native of Prince 
Edwards Island, an honorable and enterprising 
business manager, and it is with pleasure that 
we commend this establishment to all who read 
this notice. 



John J. Curley, Florist, dealer in Plants^ 
Bouquets, Cut-Flowers and Floral Designs, No. 
i;>36 Tremont Street, opposite Station Street. 
Nearly every locality of any magnitude affords 
some enterprising concern prepared to conduct 
the florist's business on a large scale, and in a 
manner that will insure customers fresh flowers 
and first-class plants, in large variety, and at 
reasonable prices, and when wo consider the 
large number of these used for decorations, 
weddings, funerals, etc., we can form some idea 
of the vast quantities that must be cultivated ta 
supply the great demand for them. The florist 
business was established in this section of the 
city by Messrs. Butler & Curley in 1SS7, and 
after a career of a few months Mr. Curley, the 
present propri<'Coi', assumed full control, and 
since then has built a reputation for dealing in 
a fine variety of flowers. His retail store is lo- 
cated at No. loo6 Tremont street, where an ele- 
gant and varied assortment of cut-flowers and 
plants may be obtained. All orders are prompt- 
ly filled in a reliable manner. Mr. Curley's en- 
ergy and tact have met with a well-merited 
success, and we but reflect the public sentiment 
when we testify to the high esteem in which he 
is held for honorable character and fair and 
liberal dealings. 



174 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



C. T. >Iooar, Retail Dealer in Boots, Slioes j'ears since its inception, and whose reputation 
and Rubbers. Xo. 1:5')" Tremont Street. As the has been so well established as to place it among 
boot and shoe trade of Boston forms a signifi- the representative houses in that line of busi- 
cant element in the make-up of the city's enter- ness. Mr. Kelly is an experienced and practical 
prises, in referrin'jf to the above house it may be Plumber, all work being neatly and promptly 
stated that the special line to which its best" en- executed by the skilled workmen of whom four- 
ergies are confined, is the handling of medium teen are employed. He does an extensive busi- 
and llrst-class lines of boots, shoes and rubbers, ness in all branches of Plumbing and Sanitary 
This house was originally established under the Work, and his prices will be found as reasona- 
firm name of Mooar Brothers and continued ble as any in the city. It requires premises ISx 
until 18^14, when .Mr. C. T. Mooar the present 4.j feet in dimensions to handle the varied stock 
proprietor assumed full control of the business, carried. .\ large local retail trade is done, which 
since which date this gentleman has so success- is annually increasing. .N[r. Kelly is a native of 
fully managed his retail trade that today his Roxbury and resides at Xo. Rand square. lie 
house ranks among the best in this section of is a practical man. capable of pleasing the pub- 
the city engaged in the shoe trade. Premises : lie in this line of business, and the success 
located at \o. loOT Tremont Street, and cover- which has been attained by him is as well earn- 
ing an area of 2.j x GO feet are utilized, and the ed as it is richly merited. 



assistance of four experienced clerks is re- 
quired in addition to the close personal super- 
vision of the proprietor. Mr. Mooar is a native 
of M.assachusetfs, and conducts a similar store 
in Worcester, Mass., and in conclusion we will 
remark that while we do not wish to indulge in 



ichly 

F. O. Lowe, Dealer in Chicago Dressed 
Beef, Fowl and Game at all seasons. Xo. 1368 
Tremont Street. The public has been for some 
time familiar with Chicago Dressed Beef, and 



laudation of any house in particular, it shall be ^^\^^ ifs vei-dict has been distinctly favorable is 



within our province to state that if one would 
have his interests hitihly advanced, the ac- 
quaintance of this house should be made. 



B. F. Ansart, dealer in Choice Family 



proved by the many houses established for the 
sale of it throughout the countr3% and one of 
the popular agencies located in this city, is that 
conducted by Mr. F. O. Lowe, ami located at 
No. loOS Tremont Street. These premises have 
been utilized as a market for the past twenty 



Groc'eries, Fine Teas, Coffees and Spices, Wines ' y.^'^'"^', ^"? ^'"^^ ^^^"^ conducted by Mr. Lowe 
Spirits and Bottled Ales, etc., H Pynchon ^t '*'"?® ^^'"'v They cover an area of 3o x (0 feet. 
r«r»r^<^c:^o i>oii,.<.n,i r'.-^c^jr.r, H^u^ i >■ „ «i"d arc stockod with a choice assortment of 



opposite Railroad Crossing. The importance rn • j i u r j .. ^ n i • j 

of an enterprise of this character in a i^.-ge *^'"'==^"'^ ^'■^ssed beef, and meats of all kinds, 

city like Boston Highlands, is too apparent 
to need comment. We have here a busi- 



also fowl and game at all seasons. Seven thor- 
oughly capable and experienced assistants are 
constantly employed and orders are taken and 
delivered free of charge. Mr. Lowe is a native 
of Boston and a prominent member of the Free 
Masons. So high a reputation does this house 
bear, that a guarantee from it is universally 
considered as final and conclusive, and this 
trust has not been established in a day, but is 
the legitimate result of long years of business 
integrity. 



ness devoted to the family grocery trade 
an industry of great importance to the thrift 
of the city, and servins; an important pur- 
pose in the community. TJie house of Mr. 
B. F. Ansart, grocer, was established by its 
present proprietors in LSTO. Since his decease 
in 188'), the house has been conducted by Mrs. 
Ansart. Siie occupies a neatly arranged and 
well-stocked store located at No. (5 Pynchon 

Street, covering an area of 20x.5.') feet, where I 

she is prepared to offer to the citizens of the A. W. Bradford, Dealer in Groceries and 
Highland District, on advantatjeous terms, a Provisions, Flour, Teas, Coffees, Butter, Cheese, 
superior quality of staple and fancy family ' Lard, Eggs, etc., Choice Meats, Fruits and Vege- 
groceries, includin.; the best brands of flour, i tables, 2672 Washington Street, Boston High- 
teas, coffees and spices, and in connection with ' lands. A concern that has for its proprietor a 
the above-mentioned goods, Mrs. Ansart deals gentleman who has enjoyed an active business 
largely in wines, spirits, bottled ales, etc. The i experience of many years duration may reason- 
trade of this house is steadily increasing re- ably be expected to offer goods at as low rates, 
quiring the services of three very capable as- ' and be able to extend as satisfactory services to 
sistants, and its resources are ample to meet the public as any similar firm in the city, and 
all demands made upon it, while its policy en- indeed in the case of Mr. Bradford, the gen- 
titles it to the consideration of the purchasing tleman to whom we have reference, we are sure 
public, who will find assured advantages in i that such expectations will be realized. This 
dealing here. concern carries on business at Xo. 2f)72 Washing- 

ton street, the store occupies a space of 20 x 40 
feet. Mr. Bradford began operations in 1878, 
and has built up a large and successful trade, 
his store is well stocked with flour, teas, cof- 
fees, butter, cheese, lard, eggs, etc. ; a fine line 
of choice fruit and vegetables is to be found 
here in their seasons; beef, mutton, veal and 
pork, both fresh and salted, are carried and sold 
at prices that will bear comparison. Fourassis- 
of the city. This house was founded .about fif- tants are employed, who will be found compe- 
teen years ago by Mr. Kelly, whoso business tent and attentive, goods delivered promptly 
'-"" been successfully managed during the i and free of expense. 



John </. Kelly, Plumber, Plumbing and 
Sanitary Work, Xo. ].37() Tremont Street. Xo 
account of Boston's industries would be com- 
plete without containing at least some mention 
of the enterprise conducted by Mr. John C. Kel- 
ly at Xo. 1376 Tremont street, which must rank 
with any of its contemporaries in this section 



has 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



175 



F. L.-. Whitcoml), Registered rharmacist, 
No. 117 Hampden Street, Bostou Highlands. 
The drii<:^ trade of this country can surely invite 
comparison, both as regards the character and 
ability of those engaged in it, and its importance 
to the community at large, with any other 
branch of commerce. Whatever its nature may 
be, there are many reliable and successful 
houses engaged in it in this city, but none are 
more highly regarded than is that of Mr. F. L. 
Whitcomb, doing business at 117 Hampden St., 
though of comparatively recent establishment. 
Mr. Whitcomb has gained for himself an envi- 
able reputation for perseverence and honorable 
business methods. The perfect familiarity of 
this gentleman with both the theory and prac- 
tice of his chosen business, has had much to do 
with the great confidence placed in this house 
by the general public. One floor 20 x 40 feet in 
size is occupied, and employment is afforded to 
experienced assistants. The variety, freshness 
and purity of the stock carried, enables Mr. 
Whitcomb to fill all orders with precision and 
at the lowest rates, as a dispenser of standard 
pharmaceutical preparations, a business is done 
that is second to few and is constantly and raji- 
idly increasing. 



W. H. Waitt & Co., Plumbers, No. IS 
Zeigler Street, between Washington and Warren 
Streets. .Jobbing promptly attended to. W. H. 
Waitt, Residence 20 bartlett Street. Boston 
Highlands. We doubt if there is any firm bet- 
ter known in the vicinity in wliich ir, is located 
than is the house of W. H. Waitt & Co., who 
have carried on their business at No. 18 Zeigler 
Street, since 1SS8, they gained at the outset a 
very extensive reputation for doing good work 
at reasonable prices, and have as a consequence 
built up a large and growing trade. Mr. Waitt 
is a native of Boston, and has had a large exper- 
ience in his particular line of business, he is 
capable of doing all kinds of plumbing work in 
a very superior manner. Contracts for plumb- 
ing houses and buildings of all kinds are entered 
into, and as good if not better terms can be 
made with this house as with any other in the 
Highlands. Jobbing and repairing are made a 
specialty, and all orders for the same will re- 
ceive prompt attention, a force of eight men are 
constantly on hand, so no delay is necessary. 
One floor 20 x 5-5 feet in size is occupied, where 
orders are received for all kinds of work in their 
line, within business hours. 



Thomas F. Dolan, Manufacturer of Fine 
Coach, Chaise, Express, Buggy and Double 
Harness. Repairing neatly and promptly done. 
Harness Oiled and Blacked; 88 Hampden St., 
Boston Highlands. Xo man who really appre- 
ciates a horse can bear to see one trying to 
work with improper harness on, and no person 
who is not familiar with horses has the least 
idea of what a difference it makes, whether 
their harness are well designed and well 
made or not. Mr. W. F. Dolan, of 88 Hamp- 
ton Street, is a harness manufacturer of 
wide experience and has given the business 
very careful study. When making a harness I 



to order, he strives to make it suit the pe- 
culiarities of the animal for which it is intended 
and hence that horse is often able to do better 
than ever before after being supplied with a 
harness of Mr. Dolan's manufacture. It was in 
1882 this gentleman opened his present store, 
and has already attained a high degree of suc- 
cess. Two floors 20x2.i feet in size are occu- 
pied, and harness, whips, horse blankets, combs 
and horse clothing of all descriptions are very 
extensively handled. Experienced men are 
employed and the lowest market rates are 
quoted. 



Chase Ref rig-erating- Co., Manufacturers 
of Cold-Blast Refrigerators. In the general ad- 
vance made in scieutfic knowledge during the 
past score of years, there has been a much 
clearer understanding gained of the true prin- 
ciples of heating and of refrigerating artifi- 
cially; for strange as it may seem at first, it is 
nevertheless a fact that the same general laws 
govern both operations. We have not space 
for a detailed explanation of the difference be- 
tween the old and the new systems of supply- 
ing artificial heat or cold, but briefly stated, it 
may be said that while the old idea was to ap- 
ply heat or ice to a confined apartment in which 
there was little if any circulation of air, the 
improved metiiod is to provide a constant cur- 
rent or " blast" of hot or cold air which finds an 
outlet after doing its work, and thus makes 
room for a fresh supply — furnishing ventilation 
as well as heat or cold. The celebrated "cold- 
blast " refrigerators made under the Chase 
patents supply the most perfect application of 
this principal with which we are acquainted, 
and as a consequence they are truly unrivaled 
for efficiency and economy of operation. Mr. 
Chase's inventions were formerly manufact- 
ured and put upon the market by the Cold- 
Blast Refrigerator Company of this city, but in 
1885 this Company was succeeded by the pres- 
ent firm, Childs, Ciiase & Co. The factory is 
located in the Highlands, on Washington Street, 
and is well adapted to the uses to which it is 
put, being of brick, substantially fitted up. 
rhe Chase Refrigerators are built in all sizes, 
ind are therefore suitable for the use of Pri- 
vate Families, Markets, Hotels, Dining Saloons, 
Dairies, Steamboats, Cold-storage Warehouses, 
Railroad Cars, etc. Over three thousand rail- 
road cars are now equipped with these refrig- 
erators, and utilized for the transportation of 
meats from the West to the East, and many 
trans-Atlantic steamers are also supplied with 
facilities for preserving fresh meat and vegeta- 
bles for an indefinite period. The firm makes a 
specialty of the manufacture and sale of the 
Chase Drying Process Apparatus, and also 
manufacture the Chase system of Tramways, 
which in connection with the Cole Patent 
Switch affords the most economical and labor- 
saving method of handling dressed meats, no 
floor space being taken up and the mechanism 
being simple and positive in its action. Mr. 
Chase is a native of Augusta, Me., and is prob- 
ably one of the best known businessmen in the 
city. A large and increasing demand exists for 
his productions, and they are sujiplied at very 
reasonable rates. 



176 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



H. J. Seller, Caterer and Con- 
fectioner, No. 140 Dudley and No. 2150 
Wasbintrtou Streets. The success of 
an occasion in which a collation bears 
a prominent part, is so dependent uj)- T 
on the quality of the refrcslinients 
furnished and the character of the ser- 
vice provided, that too much care 
cannot be exercised in the selection nf 
the caterer who is to supply these 
tbinrj-s. There are many excellent ca- 
terers in this city and it is far from 
beincj our purpose to exalt one at the| 
expense of nil the rest, but it is the 
peneral opinion amonj; those best qual- 
ified to jud<j:e, that Mr. If. .1. ISeiler is 
the leader in this line of business in 
the IIi£;hlands, and certainly the years 
of experience he has bad, should pive 
bim an intimate knowledf^e of what 
the public wants and bow to supply 
those wants in the most satisfactory manner. 
His store is located at No. 140 Dudley street, and 
orders by mail or by telephone will receive 
equally prompt attention to those fj^iven in per- 
son. The establishment is very thoroughly 
ecjuipped, and the most elaborate banquets can 
be supplied at short notice, trained waiters and 
in fact everything required on such occasions 
being provided at reasonable rates. Mr. Seiler 
makes a specialty of out of town catering, and 
in no department of his business have his ef- 
forts been more successful. The ice cream, 
sherbets, etc., manufactured by him, have an 
unsurpassed reputation for uniformity and deli- 
cacy of flavor, and are delivered at the resi- 
dences of customers in quantities to suit. Con- 
fectionery of all kinds is also largely handled, 
and those wishinir a pure article in this line, 
will find that sold at this store to be all that 
could be desired. A year or more ago Mr. Seiler 

opened a 
branch estab- 
1 i s h m en t at 
No. 2ir)0 Wash- 
ington street, 
where a spec- 
ialty is made 
of bread, cake, 
pastry and 
confectionery. 
This venture 
has proved a 
decided suc- 
cess, and the 
liberal patronage accorded it, sh.ows conclu- 
sively that the public appreciate the elTorts 
made to furnish articles of superior quality at 
l)opular prices. 




ent place in 1S84, his success has been of steady 
growth Mr. Ballantyne is a native of Scotland 
and is prepared to give estimates on all kinds 
of buildinirs to be erected in this or any other 
vicinity. His experience is very extensive and 
varied, so he will be found equal to the task he 
has undertaken. Employment is given to up- 
ward of fifty men, wlio are all first-class work- 
men, and one fioor, 20 x ')0 feet, and a large 
yard are used in carrying on the business. The 
very best of work is done, and the prices are 
made as reasonable as possible. 




'V^$J5$^ 



W. Ballantyne, Carpenter and Builder, 
No. 103 Dudley Street. The business of the 
wood-worker or carpenter is divided and sub- 
divided into many departments, and the 
trade is one calling for special aptitude and ex- 
perience with tools. Mr. \V. Ballantyne, of No. 
193 Dudley street, is one who has a high repu- 
tation for prompt and thorough work in this 
line, and the size of his trade shows that faith- 
ful effort is by no means unappreciated. Al- 
though Mr. Ballantyne only opened at his pres- 



James N. W. Emmons, Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, No. 2212 Washington Street, Opposite 
Buggies Street. The oldest shoe store in the 
Highlands if not in Boston, is that now con- 
ducted by Mr. James N. W. Emmons at No. 2212' 
Washington Street. It was first opened as a 
shoe store by a Mr. Cliilds about seventy-five 
years ago. Mr. Emmons succeeded John B. 
Currier in 1878 and has since built up a large 
and rapidlj^ increasing trade. In addition to a 
full line of boots, shoes and rubbers, Mr. Em- 
mons makes a specialty of calf button, congress- 
or lace to order for $4.00. also a workingmen" s 
shoe at $2..50; the latter are made of kip and are 
intended for laboring work. When shoes are 
made to order at such prices as those quoted by 
Mr. James N. W. Emmons, it is a question if they 
are not really more economical to buy than nine- 
tenths of the ready-made goods in the market. 
They are certainly surprising bargains, and those 
who have taken advantaee of the opportunity to 
secure a perfect^fitting boot or shoe at a nominal 
price, are loud in their expressions of satisfac- 
tion at the treatment received and the high 
character of the work done. Mr. Emmons 
started his present enterprise in 1878, two stores 
being occupied atNos. 2212 and 2214 Washing- 
ton street, of the dimensions of 22 x 00 feet each. 
Employment is given to competent assistants 
and no pains is spared to fill orders without 
delay and in a pt^rfectly satisfactory manner. 
A fine and varied stock of boots, shoes and rub- 
bers is constantly carried, and low prices are 
the rule in every department, a fine retail busi- 
ness being done and mail orders given prompt- 
and careful attention. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



177 



J. H. Riley. Rugby Clothier, 2168 Washing- 
ton Street, Roxbury. Few if any of the business 
enterprises now carried on in this section, were 
watched with more interest and attention dur- 
ing their inception than that conducted by Mr. 
J. ri. Riley, at Xo. 216S Washington Street, for 
Mr. Riley, who is a native of Boston, is one of 
the best known of our Highland business men, 
and previously occupied a position in which he 
added largely to his list of friends and well- 
wishers by the uniformly courteous and oblig- 
ing manner in which he discharged his duties. 
"Riley's Rugby" was regarded as a bold experi- 
ment by many people who, while they recog- 
nized the ability of the proprietor, still consid- 
ered that the clothing: trade of the vicinity was 
sufficiently provided for. Mr. Riley thought dif- 
ferently. He fitted up his establishment, which 
is 2.") X 80 feet in dimensions, without regard to 
expense, illuminated it; by both gas and elec- 
tricity, stocked it with one of the most varied 
and desirable asssortments of Men's, Youth's 
and Boys' Clothing and Furnishing G-oods ever 
got together in the city, put his prices down to 
the lowest possible figure and awaited results. 
He had not long to wait. Customers came. Some 
were attracted by friendship, some by curiosity, 
some by seeing the goods displayed in the mag- 
nificent and tastefully arranged show windows; 
but at all events the store was crowded. People 
saw that no goods were raisrepi-esented in the 
slightest degree; they saw that courteous atten- 
tion was given to all, and that genuine bargains 
were to be found on every side. There could 
be but one result. x\ large trade was at once es- 
tablished and this trade has since Jsteadily and 
rapidly increased, and cannot help continuing 
to do so as long as the present methods are ad- 
hered to. Mr. Riley is a careful and expert buy- 
er and the articles he offers are always fashion- 
able and desirable, to say nothing of the low 
prices he places on them. This is a representa- 
tive establishment and fully deserves the liberal 
suppoi't accorded it. 



larity enjoyed by this house, is the duiability 
of the work it turns out. Mr. Newman is a na- 
tive of Roxbuiy and is extremely well-known in 
the vicinity. His charges are always nvtderate 
and orders are attended to at short notice. 



A. W. Newman, Carriage Maker, Eustis 
Street, Boston Highlands. The enterprise con- 
ducted by Mr. A. W. Newman on Eustis Street 
is of exceptional interest in more respects than 
one, and not the least remarkable thing con- 
cerning it, is the fact that it was inaugurated 
as far back as the year 1824, the present propri- 
etors having been here for almost 61 years. 
Since the gentleman who now carries it on as- 
sumed control the old reputation of the estab- 
lishment has been fully maintained and in fact 
no similar shop in this city has more reason to 
be proud of its record as regards faithfulness 
and diligence in filling of orders. The premises 
occupied measure 40x60 feet and carriage and 
wagon manufacturing and repairing is extensive- 
ly carried on, employment being given to three 
assistants. Notwithstanding the fact that this is 
one of the most unpretentious establishments of 
the kind in Roxbury, and that Mr. Newman is 
not given to calling attention to the superiority 
of his work, it still remains true that many peo- 
ple have all their carriage and wagon work 
done here and consider that no other shop of- 
fers such solid advantages. One thing is sure 
at least, and that is that when repairing or any- 
thing of the kind is done here, it is done to stay 
and in fact one of the main reasons of the popu- 
12 



Martin's Improved. Double Flangiid, Gas 
Tight Furnace, four sizes, Manufactured and 
For Sale by J. M. Martin, 222.5 Washin.uton St., 
Boston Highlands. One of the most economical 
and efficient heating appliances that has ever 




been put on the market, is that manufactured 
and sold by Mr. J. M. Martin, known as the 
"Martin Improved, Double-flanged, <Jas-tight 
Furnace. This is a very powerful heat(M-, is con- 
structed in the most durable and skillful man. 
ner, is extremely economical of fuel, and being 
made in four sizes can be furnished in just the 
right capacity for the work required of it. Our 
space forbids a detailed description, but Mr. 
Martin will be happy to give any additional in- 
formation that may be desired, and will put the 
furnace in under a guarantee that it: will do 
what it is promised to. The gentleman alluded 
to is a native of New Hampshire, and a member 
of the Free Masons. His place of business is at 
No. 222.'j Washington Street, and he is an ex- 
tensive dealer in Stoves, Ranges, etc., occupying 
one floor of the dimensions of 2.5 x 60 feet, and 
affording employment to three assistants. Tin- 
smithing and IMumbing are carried on to a con- 
siderable degree, and all kinds of sheet iron 
work will be made to order at short notice. Es- 
pecial attention is given to the repairing of 
stoves and furnaces, and no one should allow an 
article of this kind to remain out of order, as 
aside from the danger of such a course the sav- 
ing of fuel will generally soon make up for any 
expense that may be incurred. Mr. Martin has 
been engaged in the carrying on of his present 
enterprise since 1882, and has gained a reputa- 
tion for fair dealing and moderate prices of 
which he may well be proud. 



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Eliot Square Haek, Boarding: and 
Livery Stable, opp. Norfolk House, J. Austin 
Rogers, Proprietor. One of the most hopeful 
signs of the future tluit can ho seen at the 
present day, is that atl'orded by the increased at- 
tention given to recreation by those who need 
it the most — business men and their wives. The 
American people are just about discovering that 
"all work and no joy makes Jack a dull hoy" 
both mentally and physically, and tliat no real 
gain is made by devoting every available moment 
to "business" and none whatever to recreation. 
Among rcweations most truly worthy of the 
name, that of driving must ever hold a foremost 
position, for even a tired man can enjoy a ride 
behind a good horse, and find relief from pres- 
sing anxiety in the swift motion and constant 
changes of scene. But very few of those living 
or doing business in the city, find it convenient 
to keep a horse of their own, but that need not 
deter anybody from enjoying tiie benefits of 
driving, at least not as long as such an estab- 
lishment as that conductetl by Mr. J. Austin 
Rogers in Eliot .Square is in operation. This en- 
terprise was begun about a quarter of a century 
ago and is one of the best known as it one of 
the most meritorious in the city. The stable 
contains about sixty stalls and is fitted up in a 
manner that ensures the health and comfort of 
the horses kept within its walls. Employment 
is given to 11 competent assistants and a large 
Livery, Boarding and Hacking business is done. 
Mr. Rogers is moderate in his prices although 
first-class in his accommodations, and is pre- 
pared to furnish carriages for Weddings, Fun- 
erals, Parties, the Theatre, etc., at short notice 
and in any quantity. 



W. A. Bouney, Grocer, Eliot Square. Ten 
years is not considered a very long time in which 
to build up a business, under ordinary circum- 
stances, and indeed it is by no means always 
that so large a trade can be obtained during 
tluit period as has been accorded to the estab- 
lishment conducted by Mr. W. A. Bonney, in 
Eliot Square. This gentlem:in began operations 
\n 1878, and his store soon became popular with 
the general public, for it was at once evident 
that the goods furnished were of the best, and 
all could see that the prices were as low as the 
lowest. The premises occupied are 2-") x 00 feet 
in size, and comprise one floor and a bisement. 
The stock on hand is not only extensive but 
also choice in quality, for Mr. Bonney puts his 
prices at such liguies as to ensure early sales, 
and consequently is in a position to constantly 
renew his assortment and to avoid having to 
carry a "dead" supply of unsalable goods. 
When every department is so well supplied as 
is the case with the establishment under men- 
tion, it is difficult to call attention to any spe- 
cial feature, but we think that unusual efforts 
are made by Mr. Bonney in the handling of Tea, 
etc., and at all events this portion of his stock 
is worthy of careful inspection. Flour, Sugar, 
antl other staples are of course given due atten- 
tion, and pure Creamery Butter is also to be had 
here at all seasons, at the lowest market rates. 
Callers are shown prompt and polite attention, 
and orders are delivered without delay. 



Dudley Market, James F. Wise, Beef, 
Mutton, Poultry, Game, and Dairy Products, 
7 Dudley Street, Boston Highlands. Americans 
consume immense quantities of meat as com- 
pared with those of other nationalities, but 
probably the reason for this is found in the fact 
that although we may not be fonder of flesh 
food than other people we certainly are better 
able, generally speaking, to buy it. The ad- 
vocates of a vegetable diet may say what they 
please regarding the alleged advantage of that 
kind of food, but as long as our country main- 
tains its present leading position among nations, 
we may be well content to rely on that which 
has served us so well in the past, not only to 
live on, but also to work on, and even to fight 
on, and no better place can be found to replen- 
ish our exhausted forces than that of Mr. James 
F. Wise, located at 7 Dudley Street. His stock 
consists of the choicest of Beef, Mutton, Lamb, 
Game, in its season, and all the products of the 
dairy, particular attention being given to choice 
Butter. A full line is carried of Foreign and 
Domestic Preserves and Condiments, etc. The 
premises occupied by Mr. Wise are one floor 
and basement, 30 x (jO feet in dimensions. He 
affords employment to three assistants. " Dud- 
ley Market, " which is the first market in Nor- 
folk County, was established in 1820, and con- 
tinued by Mr. Wise since 1884, when he assumed 
control. He is a native of Boston and has hosts 
of friends and patrons. Orders have his person- 
al supervision, and every article is guaranteed 
as represented. 



Tower'.s Pharmacy, Eliot Square, Boston 
Highlands. To say that the pharmacy conduct- 
eri by Mr. Walter S. Tower in Eliot Square is 
worthy of tlie utmost confidence, may seem a 
superfluous statement to those who are already 
conversant with that gentleman's methods, but 
as not a few of our readers, even among those 
residing in the Highlands, have not had an op- 
portunity to learn the relative merits of our 
more prominent drusgists, we feel that such 
information as we can give will prove accepta- 
ble, especially as we propose to confine our 
statements within such bounds that their truth 
can be easily demonstrated. The establishment 
alluded to was opened in 1837 by Henry White 
and has been under Mr. Tower's control since 
1873. The dimensions of the premises occupied 
are 20x35 feet, and the stock carried is of itself 
such as to give Mr. Tower the ability to fill all 
orders without delay, for it is very complete in 
every department and is made up of Pui-e 
Drugs, Chemicals and Medicines, carefully se- 
lected and obtained from the most reputable 
manufacturers and wholesalers. Fancy and 
Toilet articles are dealt in to some extent, but 
not enough to cause the more important branch- 
es of the business to be neglected, for the pro- 
prietor recognizes the fact that the true prov- 
ince of a dispensing chemist is to render the 
best possible service in the filling of physicians, 
prescriptions, etc., and indeed we know of no 
other pharmacy where such orders are given 
more conscientious and painstaking attention. 
No means are neglected to ensure both absolute 
accuracy and reasonable speed in the com- 
pounding of prescriptions, and as the best ma- 
terials are used and no exorbitant rates 
charged, it is but natural that a large business 
should be done. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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Higrliland Drug- Store. 2224 and 2226 
Washington Street, Boston Higrhlands. This 
portion of the city is particularly favored in the 
matter of Dru<r Stores, and it is probable that so 
large a number of generally excellent establish- 
ments of this kind, cannot be found in any other 
section of no greater extent or population. 
This being the case, of course it is evident that 
a very high degree of merit is essential 
to the gaining of especial distinction in 
this line of business hereabouts, and it is 
just because the "Highland Drug Store" pos- 
sesses this merit that its popularity is so great 
and its patronage so extensive. It is located at 
Nos. 2224 and 222(3 Washington Street, and is 
one of the oldest established business enter- 
prises in town, having been inaugurated in 18;>4. 
The present proprietor, Mr. N. A_dams, who has 
been here for ten yeais, and succeeded Geo. B. 
Codwell w)io had been here lifty years, is a 
native of Massachusetts, and has done much to 
build up tbe reputation and the trade of the un- 
dertaking to which we have reference. This 
has been accomplished by carrying a full stock 
of every thing usually found in a first-class 
Drug Store, by giving prompt, careful, and 
polite attention to all, by trying to accom- 
modate the public as completely as possible, 
and finally by selling goods at reasonable prices 
at all times and under all circumstances. One 
floor and a basement, of the dimensions of 35 x 
55 feet, are occupied and employment is given to 
three competent and affable assistants. No pains 
has been spared to provide everything essential 
to the quick, accurate and satisfactory filling of 
physicians' prescriptions, and the assortment of 
Drugs, Chemicals, etc., is so complete that every 
necessary ingredient is sure to be at hand. 
Very low prices are quoted in this department 
and it is but natural that a very large business 
should be done. 



Thomas Wild, House Painter, Grainer, 
Glazier, Whitener and Colorer, 28 Eustis Street. 
Next in importance to keei^ing a house well- 
painted, conies the question of who shall be 
employed to do the work, and on tlie answer 
given, depends in a great measure the frequency 
with which the problem must be solved. Of 
course the weather and a uumber of other 
things have a more or less important influence 
on the durability of a painted surface, but for 
all that much depends upon the stock used and 
tho men who use it, and it is without doubt the 
truest economy to place such orders with houses 
that may be trusted to execute them thorough- 
ly as well as promptly. Such a record is held 
by Mr. Thomas Wild who does business at No. 
28 Eustis Street, and as he began operations in 
1876, his record may be deemed firmly and cor- 
rectly established. One floor is occupied, of the 
dimensions of 20 x 50 feet, and employment is 
given to eight efiicient assistants. House Paint- 
ing, Graining and Glazing are some of the 
branches of industry carried on, and Whitening 
and Coloring are also done in first-class style 
and without injury to furniture or carpets. 
Mr. Wild uses reliable stock and employs care- 
ful help, and as he puts his prices as low as is 
consistent with satisfactory results, it is by no 
means to be wondered at that his business is a 
large one and is steadily growing. 



Joseph S. Waterman & Sons. Funeral 
Undertakers and Embalmers, 2?>02 Washington 
Street. By general consent, the undertaking 
establishment conducted by Messrs. .foseph S. 
Waterman & Sons, is given the leading position 
among similar enterprises carried on in this 
section of the city, and this concession is only 
what is rightfully due to an establishment of 
such long standing and unblemished reputation. 
Operations were begun in 1859, and the present 
co-partnership was formed a few yeais ago, the 
existing firm being made up of Messrs. Joseph 
S., George H., and Frank S. Waterman, all of 
whom are natives of this city. The premises 
occupied at No. 2302 Washington Street, are 
conveniently and appropriately fitted up, and 
there is always carried therein a full supply of 
Caskets, Coffins and everything needed at Fun- 
erals, this house being one of the very few in 
the city, that manufacture tho Caskets supplied 
by them. Embalming, and every necessary op- 
eration connected with tho burial of the dead 
is given prompt and skillful attention, and in 
cases where the entire direction of funerals is 
entrusted to this firm, they may be depended 
upon to see that everything is attended to, as 
their experience has been both extensive and 
varied and they are equally well pi-epared to as- 
sume charge of the largest public or the quiet- 
est private ceremony of this kind. The office 
is open day and night, and telephone connection 
enables orders to be quickly transmitted from 
any part of the city. 



Frederick Slader, Gas Fixtures. Gas Fit- 
ting and Repairing, 45 Warren Street, Boston 
Highlands. It is easy to get used to about any- 
thing, and for this reason we accept things as a 
matter of couiiJe that would otherwise be a con- 
stant source of trouble and .alarm. All of us 
know that illuminating gas, although perfectly 
harmless when properly used, is still a very 
dangerous thing when out of place and under 
certain circumstances, yet too many of us will 
permit men to repair or adjust our gas fixtures, 
who are entirely incompetent to undertake 
such work. But it may be asked. "How are 
we to know who is competent and who is not?" 
Very easily. Place your orders only with men 
of good repute, and whenever possible, patron- 
ize those who give their attention exclusively to 
Gas Fitting and Repairing. Such a man is Mr. 
Frederick Slader of No. 45 AVarren Street, and 
his experience is as great as his reputation is 
high, for he has been engaged in this line of 
business since 1861. The store he occupies, 
comprises one floor and a basement, measuring 
25x60 feet, and Gas Fixtures and Fittings of all 
descriptions are furnished at reasonable prices. 
Any grade of gas fixture, from the plainest and 
cheapest, to the most elegant and costly, can be 
furnished by Mr. Slader and his prices will be 
found to compare favorably with those of other 
dealers. Buildings will be fitted up in the 
most approved manner and in a thoroughly 
workmanlike style, and orders' will be tflled 
without delay, satisfaction being guaranteed. 
Repairing of all descriptions is given special at- 
tention, and as employment is given to four 
skilled a.ssistants, the most extensive jobs can 
be quickly completed. 



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John Thomas, Practical HorseShoer, No. 
50 Eustis Street, Boston Highlands. The sub- 
ject of " scitntific. horse-shooing " lias secured 
a great deal of attention of late years 
and some very remarkable theories have been 
advanced concerning it. Some gentlemen (who 
claim to have given the matter great study) 
solve the problem of how to shoe a horse, by 
declaring that he should not be shod at all, 
basing their arguments on the statement that if 
horses had needed shoes, they would have been 
created with tliem on. On the same principle, 
they should have been born with harness on, if 
a harness were necessary, but as it is rather dif- 
ficult to make practical use of a horse without 
a harness, so it is to utilize one without shoes. 
That many a hoof and many a horse has been 
spoiled by bad shoeing is undeniable, but this 
simply proves,not that the principle is wrong, but 
that the .ipplicuUonof it should be entrusted to 
proper hands. No man can learn horse-shoeing 
from a book, any more than lie can learn yacht- 
sailing in the same way, and if lie tries to do it, 
the result is apt to be like that reached by the in- 
dividual who thought he had mastered the latter 
art after reading a number of works on the 
subject. He tried to sail a boat across the har- 
bor and might perhaps have succeeded, had he 
not been so sea-sick that he couldn't stand up. 
It is easy to shoe a horse — on paper, but when 
it comes down to practical work, it is an excel- 
lent idea to have a practical workman. Mr. 
John Thomas of No. 50 Eustis Street, is well 
known as a practical horse-shoer, and well he 
may be, for he has carried on his present enter- 
prise over forty-four years, and does a very ex- 
tensive business in that line. The establishment 
of which he is proprietor has been a blacksmith 
shop since 1812 and is the largest in New Eng- 
land. It contains every facility for the doing of 
blacksmithing in all its branches. The premis- 
es are 40x60 feet in size and employment is 
given to twenty skilled assistants. Mr. Thom- 
as is prepared to fill orders with neatness and 
dispatch, and the uniformly high and durable 
character of the work done at his shop, is too 
well known to require further mention. All 
shoes are hand made. His charges are mod- 
erate and satisfaction is guaranteed. 



Alex. Blackwood, Bell Hanger and Lock- 
smith, Speaking Tubes put up, Keys Fitted, 
2080 Washington Street, Boston Highlands. 
House-work is hard enough under tlie most 
favorable cii'cumstances and when the expense 
of fitting up a residence with the necessary bells, 
etc., is so small as is now the case, and the 
saving in steps and worry is so decided, there 
should be no hesitation felt about taking ad- 
vantage of this labor-saving device to lighten 
the cares of housekeeping as much as possible. 
One of the most skillful Electric and Mechanical 
Bell Hangers in this city, is Mr. Alexander 
Blackwood of No. 2080 Washington Street, and 
those who want anything in this line given 
prompt and careful attention may rely upon his 
ability to give perfect satisfaction. 5lr. Black- 
wood occupies one floor of the dimensions of 
30 X 25 feet and employs three competent as- 
sistants. Locksmithing in all its branches, in- 
cluding Electric Locks for apartment hotels 
is carried on, and keys will be fitted at short 



notice and at moderate rates. Orders by mail 
will receive as prompt attention as these given 
in person, and an important branch of the busi- 
ness is the putting up of Speaking Tubes, such 
work being done without unnecessary ex- 
pense, and satisfactory results guaranteed. 
Trunk-locks will be repaired or replaced at low 
prices, and secure locks of all kinds are exten- 
sively dealt in. Mr. Blackwood warrants all 
goods sold to prove as represented and his 
business is steadily increasing. 

Miss K. E. Ililey, Fashionable Millinery, 
2087 Washington Street, Boston Highlands. 
Notwithstanding that there is an immense de- 
mand for Millinery Goods in a great city like 
Boston, it is quite difficult to build up a suc- 
cessful trade in these articles, for the reason 
that the field is already well occupied and but 
very few openings present themselves. But 
still, exceptional merit will be recognized, if 
backed by the requisite business enterprise and 
ability, and lience the large patronage that has 
been attained by Miss K. E. Hiley, since she 
opened her present establishment in 1883, is 
only what might legitimately have been expected 
by those previously familiar with the lady's pro- 
nounced taste and business ability. Miss Riley 
is a native of this city, and has made Fashion- 
able Millinery a special study. As a result, she 
is well equipped to assure satisfaction to the 
most fastidious of her patrons, and her suc- 
cess in arranging the leading styles to suit 
the varying requirements of her customers has 
been the subject of much favorable and even 
admiring comment. The premises utilized 
measure 28 X :j0 feet and contain a very com- 
plete assortment of hats, bonnets and trim- 
mings of various kinds, both trimmed and un- 
trimmed head coverings being offered for sale, 
and the very latest Parisian styles on exhibition. 
Employment is given to four skilled assistants, 
and order work is done with a celerity and 
thoroughness that, combined with the low prices 
quoted, have done much to give this establish- 
ment the great popularity that it enjoys. 



Koxbury Clothins: Co., Northerly Cor. 
Washington & Vernon Sts., S. 0. Hadley Uni- 
forms a Specialty. Much of the prejudice that 
formerly existed regarding the wearing of 
ready-made clothing has now passed away, and 
indeed there is no longer reason for its contin- 
uance, as ready-made garments are now produc- 
ed that are practically equal to the best custom 
clothing, and that are far superior to the 
" thrown-together " productions of cheap tailors 
with which the market is flooded. Of course 
Ready-made Clothing is sold to-day, that de- 
serves all the ridicule that used to be cast at 
" slopshop " garments in general, but there is 
no necessity for anyone being imposed upon 
through ignorance, for everybody has had an op- 
portunity to inspect high-grade ready-made gar- 
ments and hence should know what can be 
done in this line. The " Koxbury Clothing 
Company," doing business at the northerly or 
"down-town" corner of Washington and Ver- 
non Streets, has done good work in the past in 
educating the public up to a point where only 
the best of garments will prove acceptable, for 
it has never been satisfied to accept a second 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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position but lias endeavored to maintain its po- 
sition as a leader in the production of well-fit- 
ting, well-made and fashionably cut clothing. 
Such has been its policy during a career of near- 
ly thirty years, and the result is to be seen to- 
day, not only in tlie magnitude of its trade, but 
also in the high standing the concern has for 
probity, fair-dealing and enterprise, in the best 
and truest sense of that much-abused term. 
The enterprise of this company does not consist 
of sharp dealing, and is not exemplified by its 
success in palming off damaged or superannu- 
ated goods on its customers by one pretence or 
the other, but is shown in the low prices quoted 
on standard and fashionable clothing and in 
the liberal provision made for the comfort and 
convenience of patrons. The manager, Mr. S. 
C. Hadley, is a well-kuowu business man of es- 
tablished reputation. Every article sold is 
guaranteed to prove as represented, and Uni- 
forms are made a specialty. 




H. B. Smith, Harness Maker, No. 33 
Koxbury Street, Boston Highlands. That 
the harness a horse is furnished with has 
much to do with his effectiveness as well as 
his appearance, no one at all acquainted with 
the subject will dispute, and it still remains as 
true as it ever was. that to pet a good harness 
you must patronize a, good and reliable maker. 
Mr. H. B. Smith of No. 33 Roxbury Street (2nd 
door from Mr. Wm. Sullivan, Horse shoer) 
has carried on business in his present 
quarters since 1885, and has made and 
sold a great number of harnesses of all 
kinds during that time. There has not been, 
so far as we have learned, the least complaint 
from any of his customers, up to tlate, while on 
the contrary the expressions of satisfaction have 
been many and pronounced. This fact, taken 
in connection with the evident superiority of 
the goods produced as seen by inspection of 
those on hand, warrants us in declaring that 
those who may favor Mr. Smith with their 
patronage may be assured of receiving complete 
satisfaction, while the prices at which the vari- 
ous articles are sold, are so low as to commend 
themselves to all. Both a wholesale and retail 
business is done and Whips, Oils, Soaps, and 
Horse-furnishings and Sundries in general are 
extensively dealt in. Second-hand Harnesses are 
bought and sold and particular attention is given 
to repairing, which is done at short notice and in 
a uniformly durable, neat and thorough manner. 
Mr. Smith employs two competent assistants 
and produces the best work by using the finest 
stock and giving it careful and skillful handling. 



B. E. Howard, Cor. Dudley Street, and 
Albany Ave., Boston Highlands, Dealer in Dry 
& Fancy Goods, Stationery. Agency for Mme. 
Demorest's Reliable Patterns. In no line of 
trade is experience of more practical value than 
in that devoted to the handling of Dry and 
Fancy Goods, etc., and as Mr. B. E. Howard 
(who does business at the corner of Dudley 
Street, and Albany Avenue) has carried on his 
present enterprise for nearly fifteen years, it is 
but natural that he should be able to offer his 
patrons such frequent and decided inducements 
as to gain for his establishment great popular- 
ity and a steadily increasing trade. The prem- 
ises utilized, measure 20x5.5 feet and comprise 
one floor and a basement, being well-filled by 
an assortment of Dry and Fancy Goods, Sta- 
tionery, etc., that is both large and varied, and 
contains articles suited to everybody's needs 
and quoted at prices adapted to everybody's 
means. Mr. Howard acts as agent for Mme. 
Demorest's celebrated patterns and can supply 
anything in this line at the lowest attainable 
rates. These patterns are too well known to 
require description, suflfice it to say that they 
well deserve the name " Eeliable " and will be 
found equal to any in tlie world. Employment 
is afforded to two efficient and obliging assist- 
ants and not the least popular feature of the es- 
tablishment is the prompt and painstaking at- 
tention extended to every caller. 



G. W. Andrews & Co., Dealers in Choice 
Family Groceries, Tea, Coffee, Butter and Flour, 
91 Warren Street. That the business of the 
grocer has been extended and widened in scope 
of late years, must be apparent to all who have 
given the matter their attention, and indeed 
even a casual observer can hardly have failed to 
notice that with the more general introduction 
of canned goods and the raising of the standard 
of popular taste, the demands made upon the 
resources of a first-class grocery become more 
varied than ever. The enterprise conducted by 
Messrs. G. W. Andrews & Co., at No. Ul Warren 
Strict, was inaugurated in 1881, and has, from 
its inception, been characterized by liberal man- 
agement and corresponding success. The firm 
is made up of Mr. G. W. Andrews and Mr. W. 
S. Melcher, both of \\ liom are natives of Boston. 
The premises utilized comprise one floor and a 
basement, measuring 22 .x UU feet, and contain- 
ing a very large and desirable assortment of 
Choice Family Groceries, Tea, Coffee, Butter and 
Flour. Employment is afforded to three cour- 
teous and efficient assistants, and all callers 
may depend on prompt and willing service and 
fair and equitable treatment. The line of Gro- 
ceries handled is one that has been selected ex- 
pressly for the trade to which this house caters, 
and will be found exceptionally complete in 
every department and containing nothing that 
cannot be unreservedly recommended. The 
Teas and Coffees offered are fine-flavored, full 
strength and low in price, and it only needs a 
trial of these goods to demonstrate their supe- 
riority over those sold in the average grocery 
store. Fresh Creamery Batter is always ob- 
tainable here at the lowest market rates, as are 
also fresh country eggs, while Family Flour is 
handled very extensively, and is supplied by the 
bag or barrel at bottom prices. 



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Joliu H. Rowe, Upholsterer, 1 Roxbury 
St. Furniture repaired and polished, Window 
Sliadesmade. Tlie cares of a liouseliold aie oner- 
ous enousl) at tlie best, -without addin<r to them 
aiiy more tlian is possibU;, and tiie assistance 
that can be lendered by an experienced and 
careful Uj)holsterer should by all means be tak- 
en advantap^e of and utilized to its full extent 
■when " house cleaninfr " is in progress. There 
are many Upholsterers in this city, and not a 
few in the Highlands, but Mr. John II. Kowe 
bears a rei)utation as high as any of them, and 
during tlie twenty years that he has carried on 
his piesent business, lie has certainly had am- 
ple opportunity to become thoroughly acquaint- 
ed with it in every branch and detail. Mr. 
Rowe may be found at No. 1 Iloxbury Street, 
where he utilizes one floor and a basement, 
measuring 2()xli)0 feet and gives employment to 
six experienced aiul etiicient assistants. He 
mnkcs a specialty of the n'pairiug and general 
renovation of Furniture, Kepolishing and Re- 
upholstering it at short notice and doing the 
work in so tiiorougli and effective a manner as 
to make the articles look like new in every re- 
spect. Window .Shades will be made to order 
and put up, so as to ensure their smooth work- 
ing, etc., carpets will be made and laid to order 
as well as taken up and cleined. All of Mr. 
Rowe's work is done in accordance with the 
high .standard that tlie public have become ac- 
customed to use in judging of his eiforts and 
his prices are as morlerate as can be quoted on 
thorougli and careful work. Orders are prompt- 
ly acted ui)OM, and (iuishcd work imniedialeiy 
delivered. 



I W. B. Cutter, Doors, Windows and Blinds, 
Paints, Oils and (ilass, Nos. 17 and 19 Warren 
Street, Boston Highlands. That the establish- 
ment conducted by W. B. Cutter, at Nos. IT and 
I!) Warren Street, is one of the most prominent 
of the kind in this section, is a fact that admits 
i ofno dispute, for long before Mr. Cutter moved in- 
1 to his present quarters, his business was so large 
that more room became an imperative necessity. 
The premises now occui)ied are very spacious, 
comprising three floors and a basement, and 
measuring 40 x GO feet, and the stock carried is 
very heavy and varied and complete in every 
department. Doors, Windows and Blinds are 
very extensively handled, and the assortment of 
Taints and Oils is large enough to contain goods 
suitable for all kinds of work, while window- 
glass is also dealt in largely and all the standard 
sizes kept in stock. Mr Cutter is a native of 
Uoston, and has been engaged in his present 
business for twenty-seven years, having occu- 
pied the premises now utilized since 1SS5. The 
goods handled by him bear a high reputation 
among those best qualified to judge of their 
merits, and there are few buildings put up in 
Roxbury or vicinity without Mr. Cutter's being 
called upon to furnish a greater or less propor- 
tion of the material necessary to their comple- 
tion. He has always made it a point to be rea- 
sonable in his charges and is in a position to 
quote bottom prices, as the magnitude of the 
business done enables him to buy to the best 
advantage. There is employment given to two 
competent assi.staiits. and prompt attention is 
piomiseil all customers. 



H. A. I>aveiip()rt, Dealer in Teas, Coffees, 
Spices, Fruits, Nuts. etc. 123 Warren Street. 
Among those establishments that seem to us to 
be exceptionally wm-thy of honorable mention 
in these pages, tliat of Mr. H. A. Davenport, lo- 
cated at No. ]2;> Warren Street deserves a 
prominent ))Osition, for this enterprise was in- 
augural ed in ISTo by Mr. G. O. Alden and has 
been under the control of its piesent owner for 
about ten years. Mr. Davenport is a native of 
Boston and is engaged in handling Fine Groce- 
ries, Teas, Coffees, Spices, P'ruits, Nuts, etc. 
The store utilized by him is of the dimensions 
of iJOx.").") feet and is well worthy of a visit, for it 
contains as skilfully selected a stock of the arti- 
cles we have mentioned, as can be found in the 
■whole city. These goods have been chosen 
with an eye to the requirement of the most fas- 
tidious trade, and they are offered at such pric- 
es that no one can fail to find something there- 
in suited to his purse as well as his palate. 
There are, after all, but comparatively few es- 
tablishments whcie really high-grade teas and 
coffees are obtainable at fair prices, and hence 
it is only natural that this deiiarlmcnt of Mr. 
Davenpoi-t's business should be of the utmost 
imi)oitance, and that a very largo and constant- 
ly growing trade should have resulted from the 
inducements he has to offer. His spices arc; al- 
so pure and linelyflavored. and the assortment 
of Foreign and Domestic Fruits shown, is one 
that pleases the eye as much as it stimulates 
the apiietite. for the articles comprising it are 
ripe, tempting and neatly arranged. 



I. Ro.seukranz, Clothier, Hatter and Gent's 
Furnisher; Tiunks, Bags. Umbrellas, etc.; 
! Watciies and Jewelry bought and sold, 2201 
Washington Street. ^Ir. I. Rosenkranz of No. 
2201 Washington Street, (Dean's Block) has car- 
ried on his present enterprise since 18S2 and has 
built up a large trade by selling reliable goods 
at prices much lower than the same class of ar- 
ticles can generally be bought for. He is a na- 
tive of Germany and occupies a store 20x70 feet 
in dimensions, which is filled with a splendid 
assortment of Ready-made Clothing, Hats, Caps, 
and Gent's Furnishings in general, together 
with Trunks, Bags and Umbrellas of all kinds. 
The Overalls, Jumpers and Shirts sold here, are 
manufactured by Mr. RosenUranz for his own 
trade and he can consequently warrant them to 
be as represented. Watches and Jewelry, Mus- 
ical Instruments and Fire Arms, both new and 
second-hand, are dealt in very extensively and 
some decided bargains are olfered to cash buy- 
ers by Mr. Rosenkranz who carries on the High- 
land Loan Office in the same store and loans 
m(mey on Di^imouds, Watches, Jewelry, Alusical 
Instruments, clothing and Personal Property of 
every description. 'I'his is a very popular de- 
partment of the business, as the highest cash 
prices are paid and every transaction is consid- 
ered as strictly conlidential. Tiiose temporarily 
embarrassed, should make this establishment a 
call as they are assured fair and liberal dealing, 
and whati'ver is done will not be known outside 
unless they themselves tell it. Mr. Rosenkranz 
does a large and growing business, and fully de- 
serves the high degree of popularity his estab- 
lishment enjoys. 



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Greene & Stevens, Grocers, Tea, Coffee, 
Butter and Flour Specialties, 304 Warren Street, 
Corner Clifford Street. In these days, business 
is almost entirely divided up into specialties, 
and in order to purchase to the best advantage 
one must be acquainted with the houses giv- 
ing particular attention to the haudlinp; of 
certain products. Take for instance the en- 
terprise conducted by Messrs. Greene & Ste- 
vens at No. 304 ^Warren Street. These gentle- 
men do a general grocery business and carry a 
large and v?fell-selected stock of Staple and 
Fancy Groceries in great variety- The firm 
only began operations here in ISSS. and con- 
sequently have a new and fresh assortment that 
contains no unsalable goods of any kind. The 
firm is made up of C. C. Greene, formerly with 
F. O. White, and T. N. Stevens, formerly with 
L. W. & H. F. Morse; both paittiers have along 
experience in the business. Despite the fact 
of their not being established a great while, 
they do a veiy large bu.siness, and why? Simply 
because people have discovered that family sup- 
plies can be purchased of them to most excellent 
advantage, and that prompt and cireful atten- 
tion is ijiven to every order. The store is 22 x 
50 feet, with a basement, and is one of the hand- 
somest and best arranged in the Highlands. 
A speciality is made of Tea, Coffee, Hutter and 
Flour and some really surprising inducements 
are offered in these lines. Lovers of a good cup 
of Tea or Coffee should most certainly place an 
order with this tirm. for they handle goods of 
the choicest flavor and are very reasonable in 
their prices. Pure and Fresh Creamery Butter 
is also supplied at bottom rates, and the Flour 
in stock includes the most approved brands for 
family use, being furnished by the bag or bnriel 
at very low figures. 



S. Isaacs, Dealer in all Kinds of Fresh and 
Salt Fish, also Smoked and Pickled Fish, Fancy 
Fish of all kinds. .\11 orders promptly attended 
to, 3.53 and 647 Warren Street, Boston Highlands. 




Fish is a very popular article of food among all 
classes of people, but in spite of the active 
demand that exists for it, those who handle 
it at retail must be both experienced and 
able if they wish to attain the highest suc- 
cess. In order to build up a desii-able class of 
trade, it is necessary to carry a large and varied 
stock, and to keep the same in a neat and at- 
tractive condition, and it is largely owing to his 
observance of these points that Mr. S. Isaacs 
has won such success since he began operations 
at 3-53 Warren Street, in 1884. This gentleman 
is a native of Boston, and has had about twenty 
years' experience in the fish business, catering 
to the best kind of trade, and becoming tlior- 
oughly conversant with the wants of the public. 
He carries on two stores on Warren Street, one 
at No. 353 and the otiier at No. 047, and employs 
six competent and polite assistants. The latter 
store was opened in Februarv, 1888, and has 
already received the liberal patronage of those 
residing in its vicinity, for Mr. Isaacs has won 



an enviable reputation for dealing in reliable 
goods, and his prices speak for themselves. An 
assortment of Fresh, Salt, Smoked and Pickled 
Fish is carried at all times and especial attention 
is given to the handling of Fancy or Game Fish. 
Prompt and careful attention is given to all 
orders, and callers are treated with uniform 
courtesy and consideration. 



D. R. MacdonaUl, Successor to Geo. W. 
Reynolds, Winthrop Market, 121 Warren Street. 
Americans are said to be the most fastidious 
eaters in the world, ;iud it is charged that an 
average American family throws away enough 
in a week to live upon another week, but how- 
ever this may be, it is a fact that about every- 
one wants to know where the best of meats, the 
best of vegetables, the best of fruits and the 
best of butter, etc.. are to be had, and therefore 
all will be interested when we answer "At 
Macdonald's, Winthrop Market,!No. 121 Warren 
Street. Warren Block. " This business was 
started in 1871 by Mr. Geo. W. Reynolds, who 
was succeeded in 188(5 by the present proprietor. 
One floor and a basen)ent are occupied, measur- 
ing 20 X .5.5 feet, and as employment is afforded 
to five efficient assistants, customers are assured 
prompt and polite attention. Mr. D. B. 
Macdonald is a native of Nova Scotia, and is 
thoroughly acquainted with every detail of his 
present business. The finest cuts of Meats, the 
tenderest and finest flavored Steaks. Chops, 
Cutlets, etc.. are to be had here at all times and 
at prices as low as the market will permit. 
Fruits and Vegetables in their seasons are given 
particular attention, and those wanting fresh 
and full-flavored articles of this kind, may 
always find them here if anywhere. Butter and 
Cheese are received direct from the dairies, and 
purchasers are fully guaranteed that every 
article in this line will prove as represented 
in every respect. Mr. Macdonald believes in 
" quick sales and small profits" and hence his 
stock is constantly fiesh and desirable. 

George W. I>owns, House and Sign 
Painter, 16.5 Warren Street. Any man who owns 
a handsome residence, may be pardoned for ex- 
ercising considerable care in the selection of a 
painter to work upon it, as painting when un- 
skillfuUy or carelessly done is neither useful nor 
ornamental. Hence we take pleasure in men- 
tioning the facilities enjoyed by Mr. George W. 
Downs, of \o \(\iy Warren St., in the filling of 
orders of this kind, for we know that he will give 
satisfaction to such as may employ his services, 
and we also know that his terms are very rea- 
sonable for first-class work. He has carried on 
business for twenty-five years, and has been in 
busine.ss for himself since 1880, and has executed 
many important commissions in a style that has 
done much to build up the extensive patronage 
now enjoyed. The premises utilized measure 
20 X 40 feet in size, and employment is afforded 
to four skillerl and experienced assistants. The 
shop is supplied with every appliance, etc., that 
is required to carry on the bu.siness economi- 
cally and successfully, and an important part of 
the industry is here conducted, that of Plain 
and Oranamental Sign Painting. Some beauti- 
ful work is done in this line, and not only 
beauty but durability is regarded. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



D. Danahy Sz Son, Manufacturers of Tin Tin Proofing and Plumbing are also given special 
and Sheet Iron Ware, Proprietors of Danaliy A: attention and parties wisbing a durable roof 
Son's Plate Iron Furnace, ail sizes. Furnaces, which will be positively warranted, would do 
Piangcs and Stoves Repaired; Tin Kooting War- well to place their orders with this popular firm, 
ranted, 2014 Washington Street. No experienced Both partners are natives of Boston, and there 

are employed two efficient and careful assistants. 




householder needs to be told that the selection 
of the stoves to be used for heating or cooking 
puriioses in a house is a matter of the first im- 
portance, for it only requires a small amount of 
familiarity with domestic life to impress this 
fact very forcibly upon the mind. The choosing 
of a furnace is still more difficult for there are 
any number of such heaters in the market, and 
although many of them are constructed on cor- 
rect principles, still there are not a few of which 
this cannot be said, and which are both high 
in first cost and wasteful of fuel. Danahy & 
Son's Plate Iron Furnace is not the invention 
of men who have had no practical experience in 
the heating of houses, but is the result of years 
of observation of the defects found in the great 
majority of furnaces designed for domestic use. 
It is simple in plan, strong and durable in con- 
stnuition, easy to manage, economical of fuel, 
capable of supplying an enormous amount of 
heat or of being so controlled as to avoid over- 
heating a house during a '"warm si)t!ll." It is 
in fact as perfect a furnace as we have ever seen, 
and we would advise all of our readers who are 
dissatisfied with their present heating facili- 
ties, to call at No. 2044 Washington Street, and 
consult the firm on the subject, for it is well to 
prepare for next winter before the "rush" comes 
in the fall. Messrs. I). Danahy & Son began op- 
erations in 1S72. and occupy one floor and a 
basement at the address given. They can sup- 
ply the furnace mentioned in all sizes, and fully 
guarantee it to do all that is promised for it. 
Ranges and Stoves aie also extensively dealt in, 
and will be repaired at short notice and in a 
thoroughly workmanlike manner at low prices. 



H. 11. Muntiiig', Dealer in Choice Family 
Groceries, Flour. Teas, Coffees, etc., Cigars and 
Tobacco, 126 Dudley Street. Houston Highlands. 
Groceries are so universally used, that it is 
hardly possible to devote too large a share of 
this work to a consideration of the more impor- 
tant houses engaged in handling the same in 
this vicinity, and we are sure that those 
familiar with the establishment and business 
of Mr. II. R. Hunting will agree with us con- 
cerning the propriety of giving him honorable 
and prominent mention within these pages. 
He occupies one floor, measuring 20 x 40 feet at 
]26 Dudley Street, and carries a finely selected 
stock, among which may be found Flour, Teas, 
Coffees, and a fine line of Fancy Groceries, 
Foreign and Domestic Cigars, Tobacco, etc. 
Mr. Hunting is a native of Boston and a member 
of the Odd Fellows and Good Fellows. He 
began operations about 18S1 and has given un- 
mistakable and repeated signs since then that 
he understood what was wanted by the public. 
Owing to the large increase in his business Mr. 
Hunting contemplates enlarging and improving 
his store shortly. He has established a reputa- 
tion for selling honest goods in an honest 
fashion, of which he may well be proud. 



James O'Brien, Florist, 63 Union Avenue, 
and 3471 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain, and 
23'.)1 Washiniiton Street, Boston Highlands. It is 
generally desirable to purchase directly from the 

] producer whenever possible and this is particu- 
larly the case when buying such perishable arti- 
cles as cut-flowers, boquets, etc., as in no other 

j way can they be obtained in so fresh and hardy a 

I condition, to say nothing of the gain made in 
economy by so doing. Mr. James O'Brien, al- 
though he only opened his retail establishment 
at No. 2o91 Washingion Stieet, last year, is a 
Florist of long experience, and tliat this exper- 
ience has brought skill, is proved by the many 
l)rizes awarded to him by the ISIassachusetts 
Horticultural Society for the artistic arrange- 
ment of tloweis, etc. His prices aie moderate in 
the extreme as he grows his own flowers (utiliz- 
ing six large green-houses, covering a space of 
nine thousand square feet with glass) and owing 
to the lai'ge scale on which he conducts opera- 
tions, the cost of producing a given number of 
dowers or plants is rethiced to a minimum. Mr. 
O'Brien has carried on business at Jamaica 
Plain for a score of years and occupies premises 

I at No. G:> Union Avenue and No. 3471 Washing- 
ton Street in that hcction. Choice Cut Powers, 

\ Artistic Floral Designs, Plants, etc.. fresh every 
day are supplied by him at bottom prices, and 

{ all who have given him orders for Wedding or 
Funeral Kmblems, speak in the very highest 
terms of the taste displayed in filling the same 
and the spirit of accommodation manifested by 
Mr. O'Brien and those in his employ. He 
already does a large business at his Roxbury 
store, and it is rapidly increasing, by reason o 

: the liberal and enterprising methods followed 



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Potter's Hotel and Restaurant, 2143 & 
2145 VVasbingtou Street, George M. Potter. Pro- 
prietor. Potter's Hotel and Restaurant are 
known to every resident of the Highlands, and 
occupy a position such as is held by no other 
similar enterprise in that section. The under- 
takinjr was founded in 1846 and for nearly half 
a century has afforded an example of what 
an institution of the kind should be. Pot- 
ter's Hotel has a reputation for hospitality 
and freedom from exasperating "style" and 
for liberty without license, that is richly 
deserved, and those who Avisb to stop 
at a house where any part of the city can be 
quickly reached, and which is at once promi- 
nent and retired in situation, might go a great 
deal further and fair a great deal worse. Three 
floors and a basement are occupied of the di- 
mensions of 40x60 feet and there are forty 
rooms available which are let by the day or 
■week at very reasonable rates. Ten employees 
are in attendance and perfect neatness and 
prompt and willing service are among the ad- 
vantages observed by those staying at this pop- 
ular house. The Restaurant is the most cele- 
brated in Roxbury and enjoys a reputation for 
the choicest food cooUed in the best manner, 
such as any similar establishment in the city 
might well be proud of. Game, Chicken and 
Oyster Suppers are given special attention and 
will be furnished at short notice to parties of 
any number. The seating capacity of the din- 
ing rooms is sufficient to accommodate sixty 
guests and the arrangements are such that that 
number can be promptly and satisfactorily 
served. The finest Wines, Brandies, Cordials 
and liquors of all kinds are supplied at low 
prices as are also imported and domestic ales, 
etc., while choice cigars are made a specialty. 



Ames Bros., Grocers, 125 Roxbury Street. 
That there are many grocery stores to be found 
in the Highland District, our readers need not 
be told, for the fact is plainly evident to any 
one who has even a slight acquaintance with 
that section, but it requires something more 
than a slight acquaintance to become posted as 
to the relative merits of these establishments 
and therefore whatever information we can give 
in that line is quite sure to be acceptable. In 
this connection we should like to call attention 
to the enterprise of whicli Ames Brothers are 
the proprietors, located at No. 125 Roxbury 
Street, for we believe that no better goods are 
to be found in the market than are obtainable 
here and we are sure that no more honorable 
business methods can be practised anywiiere. 
One floor and a basement are utilized, of the 
dimensions of 20x45 feet, and employment is af- 
forded to two obliging and well-informed as- 
sistants. An extremely large and varied stock 
of Fine Groceries is carried, comprising choice 
Teas and Coffees, Pure Spices, all the favorite 
brands of Flour, etc., and the prices quoted are 
very reasonable, especially when the superior 
quality of the goods is remembered. Messrs. 
Ames Brothers have not conducted this estab- 
lishment for a very long period of time, but 
they have carried it on long enough to make it 
evident that success is assured, .wder a contin- 
uance of the present liberal and enterprising 
management. 



Geo. W. Stacey, 2196 Washington Street, 
Roxbury, Mass. Stationer and dealer in the 
"Domestic" Paper Patterns adjustable Dress 
and Skirt Forms, also Laundry agency. The 
gentleman whose card we print above, has car- 
ried on his present business for very nearly a 
score of years and his establishment at No. 2196 
Washington Street has long been one of the 
most popular in the Highlands. It is but nat- 
ural that it should be so, for Mr. Stacey spares 
no mins to afford his customers complete satis- 
faction and carries a fine assortment of fashion- 
able stationery etc., and a full line of Lovell's 
Library together with Fancy articles of various 
descriptions, which he offers at the lowest mar- 
ket rates. One floor is occupied, of the dimen- 
sions of 30x25 feet and the stock on band is 
tastefully arranged and displayed to excellent 
advantage. A popular article handled by Mr. 
Stacey is the "Domestic" adjustable Dress 
form, which is indispensable to every lady mak- 
ing or altering her own dresses and which will 
more than save its cost ($6.50) in a single sea- 
son. The Domestic Skirt form at $4.00 and 
the Folding Skirt form (recently improved) at 
$3.00 are also of great value to ladies and it is 
not surprising that Mr. Stacey should sell many 
of them as they are superior to ^y others in 
the market and are offered by him at manu- 
facturer's prices. He is a native of York, Maine 
and is connected with both the Odd Fellows 
and the Grand Army. He was a member of Co. 
F 3d Massachusetts during the Rebellion and 
served under Gen. Banks in La., and with Gen. 
Sheridan in Shenandoah Valley. Everything 
coming from his establishment may be strictly 
depended on, as he chooses his goods with the 
utmost care and never misrepresents an article. 



Samuel C. Nason, Dealer in Fish, Oysters, 
etc., 2107 Washington Street. There are very 
few people who don't like fish, and it is well 
that this is so, for no more healthful and gener- 
ally desirable article of food exists, and it is 
in most cases as cheap as it is good. We need 
not say that much of the palatableness and 
nutritive qualities of fish depend on the treat- 
ment they receive after being caught, and it is 
largely owing to the precautions observed to 
avoid all injury and to preserve prefect fresh- 
ness, that tbe members of the finny tribe fur- 
nished by Mr. Samuel C. Nason of No. 2107 
Washington Street, opposite Eustis, enjoy so 
high a reputation for fineness of flavor and uni- 
formity of excellence. Mr. Nason has been con- 
cerned in this line of business since 1866 and is 
thoroughly conversant with every detail of the 
trade. He is a native of Roxbury and a member 
of the Good Fellows and it would be hard to find 
a man more generally known or a more univer- 
sal favorite. " Mason's Orchestra " is one of the 
most popular organizations of the kind in town 
and is in great request during the dancing sea- 
son for parties, balls and such occasions. To 
those who have never favored Mr. Nason with 
their patronage, we would say that his stock is 
always as complete as the market will permit. 
His prices are invariably reasonable and fair, 
every representation made may be strictly 
depended on. One floor and a basement, meas- 
uring 20 X 60 feet are occupied and employment 
is given to two polite and competent assistants. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 




T. D. Mnlrey, Marble and Granite Works, 
Nos. 2355 and 2357 Washington Street. Hoston 
Hislilands. The Marble and (Jranite Works 
carried on by Mr. T. D. Mulrcy at Xos. 2355 and 
2357 \Vashinp;t','n Street, were established in 
1849 and are nndoubt- 
edly the best known in 
this section of the city. 
It is not, however, en- 
tirely on account of 
their old standin#c by 
any means, that these 
works are so popular, 
for much of the celeb- 
rity they enjoy is due 
to the lii^h character 
of the work turned out, 
and it may be tiuthful- 
ly said that no similar enterprise in the 
state is capable of fillinfj orders in a more 
thoroujjhly artistic and satisfactory manner. 
The premises occupied comprise three build- 
ings of the dimensions of 70 x 100 feet, and em- 
ployment is afforded to twenty skilled hands. 
Altliough order work is ext^cuted at short 
notice, there is carried in stock a magnificent 
assortment of Marble and Granite Monumental 
Tablets, Foi'oifjn and American Marble Chimney 
Pieces of the most approved and fashionable 
desijrns. This assortment comprises floods 
suited to all tastes, to all circumstances and to 
all ]turses, and is well worthy of a careful exam- 
ination by those interested. Mr. Mulrey will be 
]iapi)y to permit au inspection of his finished 
Work at any time during business hours, and 
even if he does not happen to have in stock 
just what is wanted by the customer, such an 
inspection will jrenerally result in finding out 
precisely what the patron desires. The 
facilities for filling of orders without delay and 
at the least possible expense, are of the best, 
and Marble and Stone Work of every descrip- 
tion will be supplied on the most reasonable 
terms, and satisfaction guaranteed. 



men's requirements. One floor and a basement 
are occupied, of the dimensions of 20x60 feet 
and employment is given to five skilled assist- 
ants. Mr. .Martin guarantees satisfaction as 
regards style and fit and his experience thus 
far has been that those who patronize him once 
almost invariably come again. He has just 
received his fall importations of Fine Wool- 
ens, etc. which he is making up at very reason- 
able prices. His prices are extremely low for 
the fine quality of work done, and we can 
commend his garments to the most fastidious 
dressers. 



John C. Martin, Merchant, Tailor 2303 
Washington Street. The genial gentleman 
whose card we print above, is one of the best- 
known and most highly esteemed of our High- 
land business men and fully deserves the suc- 
cess he has won in the carrying on of his 
present enterprise, Mr. Martin is a native of 
Boston and is connected with the Free Masons, 
the Ancient Order of Workmen and the Forest- 
ers. He assumed control of his present under- 
taking in 1883 and has built up a large trade 
during the conipaiMtively short time that he has 
conducted the industry in question. This is 
not surprising when his methods are taken in- 
to consideration, for everybody likes fair deal- 
ing, everybody likes courteous treatment, every- 
body likes fashionable and thoroughly made 
garments, and everybody likes to secure a first- 
class article at a moderate price. All of these 
likings can be and are satisfied by Mr. Martin, 
and his popularity follows as a matter of 
course. At No. 23fi3 Washington Street, his es- 
tablishment is located, and there is always car- 
ried in stock a fine assortment of Foreign and 
Domestic cloths embracing goods suited to all 
conditions of wear, particular attention being 
paid to suitings especially adapted to young 



H. J. & W. J. Shine, Dealers in Fresh 
Fish, Lobsters, Smoked Fish, Oysters, Clams 
etc. 2328 Washington Street, Boston Highlands. 
Without a doubt the handsomest fish-store in the 
Highlands is that occupied by Messrs. H. J. & 
W. J. Shine at No. 2328 Washington Street and 
those who associate the handling and sale of fish 
with a dingy, dirty store and poor accommoda- 
tions, should pay this establishment a visit and 
see that such association is by no means always 
justified. Both members of the firm are na- 
tives of Boston and thoroughly acquainted with 
the requirements of the best city trade, as may 
be seen by their successful efforts to fully satis- 
fy their patrons. The premises occupied are 
of the dimensions of 30x.50 feet and comprise 
one floor and a basement, a splendid show-win- 
dow affoiding excellent opportunity for the dis- 
play of goods. Fresh fish of all kinds is carried 
in stock, including such game fish as pickerel, 
black bass, etc., and a full assortment of Smok- 
ed and Pickled Fish is also on hand as are Lob- 
sters, Oysters, Clams, etc. These are oiYered at 
moderate prices and customers are always giv- 
en prompt attention and treated with courtesy 
and con.-ideration. One of the most popular 
customs pursued by this firm is the calling at 
the houses of patrons for orders, and this ser- 
vice is strictly reliable and may be entirely de- 
pended upon. Orders are also delivered with 
promptness and accuracy, and will be sent at 
the time they are promised. 



J. P. Kelley, Practical Plumber and Engi- 
neer, Dealer in Water Closets, Boilers, Baths, 
Sinks, etc.. No. 10 Koxbury Street, Boston High- 
lands. Mr. J. P. Kelley began operations just 
about ten years ago, and has consequently been 
long enough before the public for some definite 
conclusion to be arrived at coicerning his skill 
and reliability. Tliat the Vfi-dict has been a 
distinctly favorable one need hardly be said, for 
were it otherwise, the large business he now 
carries on would be quite out of the question. 
One floor and a basement of the dimensions of 
25 X 60 feet are utilized, the premises being lo- 
cated at No. 10 Roxbury Street. Mr. Kelley is 
an extensive dealer in Water Closets, Boilers, 
Baths, Sinks, etc., and offers the latest and most 
approved models of these goods at bottom rates. 
He will furnish estimates on any contemplated 
line of work, and can give the very best of ref- 
erences as to character and responsibility. PJm- 
ployment is given to sixteen efficient assistants, 
and jobbing orders are attended to without de- 
lay and given careful and painstaking attention. 
.Mr. Kelley is a I'ractical Plumber and Sanitary 
Engineer, in fact as well as in name, and will 



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undertake the laying of drains, the placingf of 
soil-pipes, etc., in accoi-dance with the latest 
scientific methods. The danoers that lurk in 
every house are ton well understood nowadays to 
require detailed mention here, but they are 
many and deadly,and can only be put at defiance 
by the adoption of every sanitary precaution. 
Mr. Kelley is perfectly competent to assume the 
direction of such work and will do so at ver}'^ 
moderate rates. 



Norfolk Clothing- Store, F. B. Snow and 
F. E. Merrick, 2321 Washinjifton Street. Boston 
Highlands. Those people that think all ready- 
made clothing to be practically alike as regards 
fit, cut, durability, etc., make a very great mis- 
take, for there is as much difference in ready- 
made garments as there is in those made to 
order; aud if any one doubts it, let him examine 
the stock exhibited by those carryingon the "Nor- 
folk Clothing Store," and compare it with the 
assortment shown by certain other dealers not a 
thousand miles away. Tbe " Norfolk " was es- 
tablished in 1S85, and has already gained an 
amount of patronage that has fairly astonished 
those who are not personally familiar with the 
advantages extended to customers. Its proprie- 
tors are Messrs. F. B. Snow and F. E. Merrick: 
the former is a member of the Odd Fellows, 
■while the latter is connected with the Free 
Masons. These gentlemen are thoroun;hly ac- 
quainted with the Clothing aud Gents' J'uinish- 
ing business, and have so successfully catered 
to the wants of the public that their trade is as 
varied as it is extensive. Whether you have five 
dollars or five times that sum to invest in cloth- 
ing, you will have an opportunity to expend it 
to the best advantage at the "Norfolk," and 
you run absolutely no risk of imposition, as 
every article is fully warranted to prove as rep- 
resented, and is sold at the lowest market rates. 
The store is located at No. 2:521 Washington 
Street, and measures 2b x 100 feet, a large stock 
being carried tiiat is complete in every depart- 
ment. Style and lit are guaranteed, and the 
garments sold here are better finished than 
many of the so-called "custom-made goods" 
with which the market is flooded. Gent's Fur- 
nishings are offered at bottom prices, and all 
customers are assured prompt and polite at- 
tention. 



fit of his knowledge. In what way do you ask? 
Well, by dealing in goods that are what they 
appear to be, by endeavoring to sell nothing 
that will not give perfect satisfaction, by ascer- 
taining by |)ersonal inspection if the repre- 
sentations made by the manufacturers of goods 
handled by him are justified by the facts, and 
by making it an invariable rule to avoid all 
over statements in the sale of commodities 
dealt in. These are Mr. Howard's business 
methods, and that they are well advised, his 
heavy patronage pioves. He is a native of this 
state and very well known in the community. 
One floor and a basement, measuring 2r> x 70 
feet are occupied, and the stock carried is as 
varied as it is carefully selected. 




J. B. Howard, Dealer in Boots and Shoes, 
2189 Washington Street. As a result of the con- 
stant changes incident to city life, it is very 
rarely that an establishment can be found that 
has been occupied for the carrying on of one 
line of business for a third of a century, but 
such is the record of the store of which Mr. J. B. 
Howard is the proprietor, located at No. 2189 
Washington Street, for business was begun here 
in 1855, and it has been confined to the sale of 
Boots and Shoes ever since. Despite the many 
years this establishment has been known to the 
public, it was never before more popular than it 
now is, for since Mr. Howard assumed control 
in 18S3, he has proved to the satisfaction of all, 
that he knows a thing or two about shoes him- 
self and proposes to give his patrons the bene- 



Parker Bryant, H;ick, Boarding and Liv- 
ery Stablt^, 4(5 and 3()1 Warren Street, Boston 
Highlands. Telephone 47-79-2. Carriages and 
Coupes furnished, with careful Drivers, for 
Parties, Funerals, and other occasions. It is 



only necessary to 
call at the estab- 
lishmf»nts con- 
<iucted by Mr. 
Parker Bryant at 
No. 4l> and 361 
NVarren Street to 
pain an idea of 
the first-class 
character of the 
_ accommodations 

^'^■oAAUUi^-^^^^^^^^ furnished, for the 
stables carried on by that gentleman at the ad- 
di'ess given, are undeniably among the very first 
in the city. Particular attention is given to the 
boarding of horses, and the facilities at hand 
for the proper care f)f alaige number of animals, 
ai-e as complete as the latest improvements and 
an unstinted expenditure of money can make 
them. These stables liave been erected but a 
few years and they are models of convenience 
and cleanliness in every respect. Some fifty- 
five stalls are to be found on the premises and 
employment is afforded to eight careful and ex- 
perienced assistants. The rates of board are 
very reasonable, and the very best of care and 
the most healthful surroundings are guaranteed. 
Mr. Bryant is a native of this city, and carries oa 
another and similar enterprise at No. ofil War- 
ren Street. Carriages and Coupes will be fur- 
nished for Parties, Funeials, Weddings, the 
Theatre, etc., and careful drivers are sup- 
plied, who will be found very civil and well 
acquainted with the city and suburbs. A very 
extensive Livery business is done and no won- 
der, for the teams coming from both of Mr. 
Bryant's establishments, form a refreshing con- 
trast to those generally supplied the public and 
will be found entirely acceptable by the most 
fastidious. Gentle and fearless horses especial- 
ly fitted for ladies' driving may be obtained here 
at reasonable rates, together with vehicles that 
are both easy riding and easj^ to get in and out 
of, and for those who desin^ a speedy and sjjirit- 
ed animal, there is every pmvision made. Or- 
ders by Telephone No. 45 77-2 will receive 
prompt; attention and Mr. Bryant's charges 
for all services will be found i-easouable and 
just. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 




Emond & Quiiisler, Manufacturers of Fine 
Carriaaes, 21 lo and 2115 Washington Street. 
There is no question that American Manufactur- 
ers produce the finest light carriages in the world 
and indeed the same may be said of all our 
productions iu the line of vehicles where light- 
ness and strength must be combined. Those 
who have become familiar with the carriages 
manufactured by Messrs. Emoud & Quinsler, of 
Nos. 2113 and 2115 Washington Street, opposite 
Eustis, speak in the highest terms of the design 
and workmanship of these vehicles, and the firm 
were awarded a medal at the 14th Exhibition 
of the Charitable Mechanics Association held 
in 1881, for a Goddard Pattern Buggy of their 
manufacture. Messrs. Emondct Quinsler began 
operations in 1873, and the growth of their busi- 
ness during the past fifteen years shows that 
their efTorts to supply a superior article at a 
fair price are appieciated by those interested. 
The premises occupied are of the dimensions of 
60 X 70 feet and comprise a five story building, 
the shop being well supplied with improved ma- 
chinery which is run by s'eain, some twelve 
horse power being required. There are twenty 
assistants employed and all the many operations 
from the time the "raw material" is taken in 
hand, to when the finished carriage resplendent 
in i)aint and varnish conies forth, are conducted 
with a care and skill that go far to explain why 
the productions of this house are durable as 
well as handsome. A fine assortment of vehicles 
is open for inspection in the spacious ware- 
rooms, and no one wanting a stylish, strong, 
light, and thoroughly made carriasre can afford 
to omit an examination of wiiat this firm have 
to offer. 



C. W. Kicliard.soii, Carriage and Sign- 
Painting, 50 Eustis Street, Boston Highlands. 
That carriage-painting calls for special skill and 
special training, is too obvious to admit of 
question, for it is easy to see that carriages and 
such vehicles are so exposed to the weather and 
so subject to excessive wear in a number of 
other ways, that their painted surfaces need 
very careful treatment as well as the use of the 



best of stock. Mr. B. Richardson of No. 50 
Eusti'< Street, was for many years one of the 
best-known carriage painters in the city, for he 
began operations in 1853 and continued until 
1880, when he was succeeded by his son Mr. C. 
\V. Richardson who has proved himself entire- 
ly competent to maintain the ancient reputa- 
tion of the house. The shop measures 40x-5O 
feet in size and employment is given to a suffi- 
cient force to allow all orders to be filled with- 
out undue delay, and at the same time without 
such haste as is inconsistent with the attain- 
ment of the best results. Xot only carriage but 
also sign-painting is done in a thoroughly first- 
class manner, and those who want an attractive 
and durable sign should favor Mr. Richardson 
with their order, for his work is equal to the 
best and his prices are always moderate. He 
has produced some unique and beautiful de- 
signs in this line and will cheerfully give such 
information or advice as may be desired. 



E. W. Iviujr, Upholsterer, Warren Street, 
near Walnut Avenue. We are sure that our 
readers (especially those of the gentler sex) will 
be interested in learning of an establishment 
where first-class upholstery work is done at 
moderate rates, for there is not a household but 
what affords opportunity for some words of this 
description, and it is often possible to make a 
set of furniture look as good as new at a com- 
paratively trilling expenditure, if the task is en- 
trusted to the right party. Mr. E. W. King is 
located on Warren Street, near Walnut Avenue, 
and has been identified with his present enter- 
prise since 1882. He has attained an enviable 
reputation for the thoroughness of his work and 
the reasonableness of his prices, and is prepared 
to guarantee satisfaction to all customers. One 
fioor is utilized, and all the necessary appliances 
are at hand to carry on the business in the most 
economical and tiioroiigli manner. Mr. King is 
a native of this city, and has had a great deal 
of experience in the Upholstery trade. He sup- 
plies at low prices an assortment of goods such 
as are used in tliis industry, and gives every 
order 2>rompt and careful attention. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



189 



W. S. Knowles, Dealer in Provisions and 
Fruits, N"o. 99 Eustis Street. The importance 
of the provision business is not generally un- 
derstood, except by those who have given the 
matter some study, for although everj^body 
knows of course that we must "eat to live " 
and that provisions form an important portion 
of our food, still few realize the magnitude of 
the provision trade of this city taken as a 
whole. It seems smaller, being carried on by 
so large a number of comparatively unpreten- 
tious establishments, but these stores, as a gen- 
eral thing, are in the hands of enterprising 
business men and the trade is never allowed to 
stagnate but is kept lively by the energy and 
*'go" that are put into it. Xot the least en- 
ergetic of our provisions dealers, by any means 
is Mr. W. S. Knowles of No. 99 Eustis Street., 
and the best possible proof of this statement 
may be found in the manner in which his busi- 
ness has inci'eased since it was founded in 18S3. 
One floor is occupied, measuring 20x50 feet, 
and employment is given to three wide-awake 
and courteous assistants. The assortment of 
Provisions shown is complete in every detail 
and comprises Meats of tiie finest quality as 
well as Vegetables and Foreign and Domestic 
Fruits in their seasons. The prices quoted, are 
as low as can easily be named on first-class 
goods, and orders are promptly delivered. 



Alvin F. Bradley, Photographer, IS Blue 
Hill Avenue, Boston Highlands. The elements 
which enter into a complete and artistic photo- 
graphic portrait are so many and various, that 
it is little wonder that photographers capable 
of turning out work of this description are liter- 
ally '"few and far between." Hence we find 
that among those sitting for their portraits, per- 
fect satisfaction is the distinguished exception, 
andconsidering the immense number of photo- 
graphers doing business, it is but rarely that we 
find one who as a rule and in the regular course 
of affairs produces what may truthfully be called 
a " Speaking Likeness. " When we do, we may 
be assured that this artist leaves nothing to 
chance but exercises the most intelligent care 
in every detail of his work from the time the 
plate is exposed to when the finished portrait is 
produced. It is by the pursuance of just such 
methods that Mr, Alvin F. Bradley of No. 18 Blue 
Hill Avenue, has built up the high reputation 
he now enjoys for the furnishing of photographs 
of the very highest order of excellence, and un- 
der these circumstances it is not to be won- 
dered at that this gentleman's Studio is becom- 
ing one of the most popular in the city among 
those who appreciate really artistic work. The 
enterprise he conducts was inaugurated in 18So, 
by Mr. Laming, who was succeeded by Mr. 
Bradley in October, ISSG. A beautiful collec- 
tion of finished work is on hand and Mr. 
Bradley invites all interested to give him an 
early call, when he will be happy to show 
samples from Miniature to Life Size direct, or 
finished in Crayon, Pastel or Water Color. 
Any desired information will be cheerfully and 
courteously given, and appointments can be 
made in advance, thus serving the interests of 
all parties concerned. 



F. S. Eldredge, Dealer in Choice Family 
G-roceries, also Fine Teas, Spices, Cigars and 
Tobacco, 191 Hampden Street, Boston High- 
lands. A great deal of the annoyance to which 
householders are subjected, might be obviated 
if more care were used in the selection of the 
firms which are depended upon to furnish the 
housekeeping supplies and if we may be allowed 
to offer a word of advice in this connection, we 
would say, " Choose your grocer carefully, and 
then having chosen him and found him reliable, 
do not transfer your custom to some other and 
unknown dealer, because he offers sugar a half 
cent cheaper or announces that he is pre^jared 
to 'defy competition.' Let him defy it as much 
as he chooses, but place your orders where they 
are sure t ) be satisfactorily filled." Mr. F. S. 
Eldredge ofJN'o. 191 Hampden Street, began oper- 
ations in 18S4. He occupies one floor and a 
basement, measuring 20 x 50 feet, and carries a 
well-selected stock of Choice Family (Groceries, 
comprising all the commodities usually found in 
a first-class store of this description. The best 
F'amily Flour is given special attention, and Mr. 
Eldredge's prices on it by the bag or barrel will 
be found as low as the lowest, for goods of 
equal merit. The assortment of fine Teas, 
(Coffees and Spices, is likewise one worthy of 
careful inspection, and smokers will find the 
Choicest Cigars and all the favorite brands of 
Tobacco for sale here on the most favorable 
terras. Customers are assured cheerful and 
prompt service. 



John H. Ryder, Dealer in Groceries, Flour 
and Produce, Coal and Wood, 2938 Washington 
Street. It would hardly seem to be necessary 
to call the attention of the public to the ad- 
vantage gained by purchasing certain com- 
moditios at ostrihlisbni.Mit-Q 'T-iieie they are sure 

to be found 
first-class, but 
there are so 
many inferior 
places that we 
take great 
pleasure in 
ijringing to no , 
tice the estab- 
lishment con- 
ducted by Mr. 
John H. Kyder, 
located at No. 
2938 Washing- 
ton Street. One 
floor and base- 
ment are occu- 
pied measuring 
•lO x 50 feet, 
which are well 
supplied with 
a fine as^oitment ot ill kimliol Groceries, Flour 
of the finest grades, and first-class Produce. 
Coal and Wood are sold in large or small quan- 
tities. A large retail trade is carried on in all 
the above-mentioned articles. Two assistants 
are given employment and customers are always 
assured of the best attention. Prices will be 
found to be as low as the lowest. Mr. Ryder is 
also one of the proprietors of the PioXeer Card 
Co., and all orders for job printing receive 
prompt attention and low prices. 




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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



People's Market, John F. Newton, Dealer 
in First-Class Provisions, Fruit and Vefjetablcs, 
Fresh Fish and Oysters, No. 2l';U Wasliin<rton 
Street, Corner of W'.irreii and Palmer, P»uston 
Hif,diland8. The " People's Market" is a 
veij attractive name to give a business enter- 
prise, but the name itself would amount to but 
little unless the establishment to which it was 
given was managed in a style in harmony with 
the title. Well, the enterprise to which this 
article has reference, that conducted by Mr. 
John F. Newton at No. 22;',4 Washington Street, 
Corner of Warren and Palmer Streets, was in- 
augurated in 184.'), so that abundant chance has 
been given the public to determine whether it 
is -worthy of its name or not. The answer is to 
be found in its continued existence and pros- 
perity. There is not a similar establishment in 
this Vicinity, enjoying a more liberal share of 
patronage, and new customers are constantly 
being added to those already on the list. Mr. 
NewTon is a native of Uoxbury and a member of 
the Fiee Masons. Of cour.se a man of his ex- 
perience is prominent in the community, and 
none of our Koxhury Merchants have shown 
greater public spirit than Mr. Newton in numer- 
ous instances that might be mentioned. The 
premises utilized by him comprise one lioor and 
a basement, of the dimensions of .;0 x 80 feet 
and there is employment given t*) six efficient ! 
and polite assistants. A very heavy stock of 
first-class Provisions of every description is con- 1 
stantly carried, and Fruit and Vegetables are 
also largely dealt in. The assortment of the ' 
most popular brands of Canned Goods is a most I 
complete one, and Fresh Fish and Oysters are 
extensively handled, and ofl'ered at the lowest 
market rates for strictly lirst-class goods. 
Orders are promptly delivered and will be 
called for if desired. 



NeLsoii S. Putnam, Grocer, Eliot Square, 
Opposite Norfolk House, Boston Highlands. 
The establishment carried on by Mr. Nelson S. 
Putnam in Eliot Square, opposite the Norfolk 
House, is one of the best-known in Roxbury. 
for it was conducted under the firm name of 
Faunce & Putnam for nsiny years, and has in 
fact been in operation for over half a century. 
The premises occupied are very spacious, com- 
prising three floors and a basement of the 
dimensions of 85 x 50 feet, and the stock carried 
is in harmony with the accommodations provid- 
ed for it, for it is very varied, and is exception- 
ally complete in each of its many departments. 
Fine Family Groceries of every description are 
included witliin it and it is not to be wondered 
at that this establishment is a favorite with the 
public, for the same latitude of choice is afford- 
ed as can be obtained at any down-town store 
and the prices are as low as can be named on 
standard goods. To attempt to catalogue even, 
all the articles dealt in, would more than ex- 
haust our available space, but wo may at least 
call attention to the fine line of ('anned Goods 
shown, and also to the superior quality of the 
Teas and Coffees offered, for special pains is 
taken in these departments, and the result is 
worthy of appreciation and encouragement. 
Orders are promptly delivered and all articles 
fully guaranteed to prove as represented. 



Edward Beard, 203S Washington Street 
and 1 Hunneman Street, Boston Highlands, 
Dealer in New and .Second Hand Furniture, 
Cliambor Sets, Bedding, Oil Cloths, Panges, 
Stoves, etc. Furniture Repaired and Uphol- 
stered at moderate i)rices. "A word to the 




wise is suCBcient" says the proverb, and if this 
is the case, we feel that even though our limited 
space does not permit of our treating of all the 
advantages to be gained by patronizing the es- 
tablishment of which Mr. Edward Beard is the 
proprietor, located at Nos. 2().;S Washington and 
1 Hunneman Stieets, with workshops in the 
rear, still we can say enough to induce such of 
our readers as may want anything in his line, to 
give that gentleman a call. He is a native of 
England and has conducted the enterprise iu 
question siuce 1880. One large floor and a base- 
ment are utilized with a workshop in the rear 
and you may bo sure that none of this space is 
wasted, for Mr. Beard carries one of the largest 
and tnost complete stocks of New and Second 
Hand Furniture to be found in the Highlands. 
But Furniture is by no means all he sells. 
House Furnishing Goods of every description 
are also very extensively handled and such in- 
dispensable articles as Bedding, Oil Cloths, 
lianges, Stoves, Refrigerators, etc., are to be pur- 
chased of him at bottom prices. Especial atten- 
tion is paid to the Repairing and Upholstering 
of Furniture in a neat and woikmanlike manner 
at short notice, and every facility is at hand to 
do such work at the least possible expense. No 
one who wants to furnish a house or a single 
room, can afford to let the advantages offered 
by Mr. lieard go unimproved, and at all events 
it will cost nothing to visit his establishment 
and see what he has to offer. 



Mrs. M. M. Davis, Home Cooking, 95 
Warren Street. All of our readers know that 
''Bakers' Bread" however excellent (and some of 
our city bakers can make as good bread as can 
be had anywhere) is still not "home made" 
bread by any means, and there are very few 
people but in the long run, prefer the latter 
to the former. The difficulty has been, that 
in many households circumstances rendered it 
inexpedient to bako bread, and therefore re- 
course of necessity was had to that obtainable 
at some of the many bakeries in the vicinity. 
Mrs. M. Af. Davis, being a practical housekeeper 
herself, observed this fact and likewise observed, 
as have doubtless most of our readers, that even 
that which was called "home made" bread at 
some establishments, was actually so in name 
only. As an experiment therefore, she secured 
the use of the premises now occupied by her at 
No. '.)5 Warren Street, and proceeded to furnish 
bread that %vas "home-made" in fact as well as 
in name. Her success was great and almost 
immediate. Operations were not begun until 
1887, but already a thriving trade has been built 
up, and this is by no means entirely confined to 
those who are unable to bake at home, for it has 



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been discovered that as Mrs. Davis bread is 
equal to -.uiy that can be produced, and as it is 
fresh daily it is hardly worth while to eat stale 
home male bread when she can furnish that 
which is satisfactory in every respect at a mod- 
erate price. Cake and Pastry are also supplied 
cooked iu home fashion, and hot biscuits are 
on hand twice a day. Lunches will be served 
at all hours and callers will always receive 
prompt attention and satisfactory service. Mrs. 
Davis is to be congratulated on the success of 
her venture, and the public also have reason to 
appreciate her enterprise and skill. 



J'"dwai*cl F. Otis, Successor to E. A. Al- 
den, Apothecary, Cor. VVashinjjton & Dudley Sts. 
BostouHighlauds. "Alden's Apotliecary Store" 
has been familiar to residents of Koxbury for 
over twenty years and ten years befoi-o Mr. 
Alden assumed control of it, it was carried on 
by Mr. Chas. H. Saville who gave place to Mr. 
E. A. Alden in 1867. The present proprietor, 
Mr. Edward F. Otis, is a worthy successor of 
those who have preceded him, and those famil- 
iar with the high standing this store has always 
held, know that this is no small praise. Mr. 
Otis came into possession in 1887, but was by 
no means a stranger to the establishment at 
that time, as he had been associated with Mr. 
Alden some years previously, while pursuing 
his studies in the Massachusetts College of 
Pharmacy. He is a native of New Hampshire 
and may be depended upon to give his estab- 
lishment that strict personal supervision which 
ensures accuracy and the maintenance of a sal- 
utary discipline. The premises occupied com- 
prise one floor and a basement, and there is car- 
ried a remarkably complete stock of Drugs, 
Medicines, Chemicals, Fancy articles, etc., em- 
ployment being given to two competent and po- 
lite assistants. The prescription department is 
maintained in the most efficient condition and 
physicians' prescriptions are compounded with 
the utmost care.but without the annoying delay so 
common at some drug stores. Mr. Otis has made 
every provision his experience could suggest, 
for the accommodation of this branch of his 
business, and those who may have their pre- 
scriptions filled here may rest assured that the 
motto of the enterprise, " Scientia et Progses- 
8us" will be strictly adhered to. " Take noth- 
ing for granted." ■' Reject nothing because it 
is new." These are tbe true principles of scien- 
tific progress, and as long as they are adhered 
to, there need be no fear that either undue en- 
thusiasm or over-conservatism will stand in the 
way of constant improvement. 



James H. Lord & Co., Grocers, Fine 
Teas and Pure Coffees, 359 Warren Street, Op- 
posite Metropolitan R. R. Car Station, Boston 
Highlands. We need not state our reasons for 
making prominent mention of the establish- 
ment of which Mr. James H. Lord is the pro- 
prietor, located at No. 359 Warren Street, for 
this undertaking has not been carried on during 
all the years of its existence, without becoming 
familiar to most of our readers at all acquaint- 
ed with representative Roxbury business enter- 
prises. As a Family Grocery Store, we believe 
the establishment in question to be unsurpassed, 



and in some respects even unequalled in the en- 
tire city, and we are positive that in no store 
devoted to retail trade, either in groceries or 
any other articles is there more careful atten- 
tion given to the wants of customers and more 
pains taken to fill every order expeditiously and 
satisfactorily. This is high praise, you say? 
No, it is not praise at all, it is a simple state- 
ment of fact, and for its truth we have only to 
refer you to any one of the many customers 
who have traded here year after year. Un- 
der such methods of management, is it surpris- 
ing that a large business is done ? That orders 
steadily increase from year to year, and that 
satisfaction is expressed on every side ? Of 
course not. Such a condition of affairs is but 
the natural result, and although highly gratify- 
ing is still richly deserved. Mr. Lord carries a 
large assortment of carefully selected goods 
and employs a sufficient number of experienced 
assistants to enable him to handle his heavy 
trade without confusion or delay. His Teas and 
Coffees are of the ciioicest character and most 
delicate flavor, and especial attention is given 
to the handling of the best Creamery Butter, 
this being received at short intervals, fresh 
from the dairy, and offered at most reasonable 
rates. 



Thomas Crosby, Dealer in Fresh, Salt and 
Smoked Fish, Oysters, Lobsters and Clams, 2219 
and 2.!75 Washington Street, Boston Highlands. 
Mr. Thomas Crosby of No. 2219 and 2375 Wash- 
ingrou Street, is undeniably one of the most en- 
terprising dealers in Fish and sea-food in gene- 
ral, iu tins part of the city, and we are gratified 
to learn that his success has been commensu- 
rate with the efforts he has made to accommo- 
date the public. One floor, of the dimensions of 
25x45 feet, is occujjied at the address given, 
and another store is carried on at No. 2375 
Washington Street, that measures 20x50 feet in 
size. This latter establishment has been occu- 
pied as a Fish market for some forty five years, 
but has only been under the control of its present 
owner since 1887. At both stores a heavy stock 
is carried, comprising Fresh, Salt, and Smoked 
Fish, together with Oysters, Lobsters and 
Clams iu great variety. Mr. Crosby claims to 
keep the best Fancy Oysters to be obtained in 
the market, and we think that no one acquaint- 
ed with his resources, will be likely to dispute 
the justice of this claim in the slightest. All 
kinds of Fancy Fresh Fish are also dealt in and 
in the proper season there may be found, Cod, 
Halibut, Salmon, Haddock, Mackerel, Lake 
Trout, Brook Trout, Blue Fish, Sword Fish, 
Black Bass, Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, 
Fresh Herring, Tom Cod, Tongues, Pickerel, 
Perch, Eels, Smelts, Shad, Pike, and Pickled 
Salmon Trout. All goods are fully warranted 
to give satisfaction, and it is by the careful 
avoidance of anything that might be looked up- 
on as " sharp practice " and the invariable hab- 
it followed of keeping faith with customers, 
that Mr. Crosby has built up the extensive busi- 
ness he now carries on. He is a native of this 
city and has a very large circle of friends in tho 
community. His prices are as low as the mar- 
ket will permit and orders will be promptly de- 
livered free of expense. 



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Will. L. Sweet, Apothecary, 2007 Washing- 
ton Street, Boston Ilifrlilands. An old established 
and well-known Apothecary store of high reputa- 
tion, is thatcon<hicte(l by Mr. William L. Sweetat 
No. 'J0(i7 Washington Street, and it may tiuth- 
fully be said that the hirge business done is not 
entirely the result of the many yeans the enter- 
prise has been before the public, but is like- 
wise hirgely due to the methods employed by 
the proprietor of the establishment. Opera- 
tions were begun in ISTO by Mr. U. W. Gardner, 
who was succeeded by the present ownei', Mr. 
Sweet, in 1874. The latter gentleman is a na- 
tive of this state and is connected with the 
Grand Army. A most varied and complete 
stock of Drugs, Medicines and chemicals is con- 
stantly carried, and every provision is made for 
the prompt and accurate filling of prescriptions, 
for this is the most important duty of the retail 
druggist, and cannot be too carefully and 
thoroughly attended to. As a result of the 
special preparations made, and pains taken, to 
properly serve the public in this respect. A 
large prescription trade has been built up, for 
the public have found the service rendered at 
this establishment, is much more satisfactory 
and reliable than that extended at many other 
stores of a similar character. A line assort- 
ment of Toilet articles and Fancy Goods in gen- 
eral, is also presented by Mr. Sweet, and his 
prices on the same are as low as can be quoted 
anywhere, on goods of equal desirability. Suf- 
ficient assistance is at hand to allow of prompt 
and polite attention being given to every cus- 
tomer and we commend this establishment to 
the favorable consideration of our readers. 



TllOS. F. Boleman, Chicago Beef Market, 
Dealer in Provisions, Fruit and Vegetables, in 
their season, 2227 Washington Street. Chicago 
Beef is known the world over, and the "Chicago 
Beef Market," although not quite so celebrated, 
is still as popular and well-known an institu- 
tion of the kind as is to be found in the High- 
lands. It is located at No. 2227 VVashington 
Street, and has been carried on as a market for 
about twelve ye-.u's, but only since coming into 
the possession of its present proprietor in 188], 
has it attained the reputation it now holds for 
fair dealing and liberal busiuess methods. Mr. 
Thomas F. Boleman, the gentleman alluded to 
was born in this city and has a very large circle 
of friends in the vicinity. The store is 20x70 
feet in size, and is at all times fully stocked 
with Meats, Provisions, Fruits and Vegetables, 
four assistants being employed and courteous 
and prompt attention given to every caller. 
Beef, Mutton, Lamb, Veal, Pork, Game in its 
season in short all kinds of meat are to be had 
here at bottom prices, and whether you want a 
sirloin steak or a pig's foot, Mr. Boleman can 
supply you without delay, and the same 
may be said if vegetables of any kind are want- 
ed, as a full assortment of these are carried in 
their seasons, as well as foreign and domestic 
fruits, etc. A large and constantly increasing 
business is done, and our readers may feel as- 
sured that no similar establishment has more 
to offer, or is prepared to give more complete 
satisfaction. 



I D. L. Jones, Successor to S. Jackson, 

[ Trunks, Bags, Shawl Straps Hats, Caps, Gloves 
etc. 22.J1 Washington Street, Hall's Block, Bos- 
i'T"YTO(ton Highlands. The choosing of a 
is a matter of no small im- 



pyrmton hi^ 

[iTTZTl'X trunk 
klJuLi povt.xm 



^ i fc J A JJ Uportance to one wiio lu)^ to travel a 
great deal, and even when journeys are not of- 
ten taken, it is well to have a trunk that is ca- 
pable of standing hard usage, so as t» be pre- 
pared to start for anywhere at shoit notice. A 
perfect trunk must be strong, light, easy to han- 
dle and capable of fully protecting its contents 
from injury, and if it has all these good points, 
it is bound to have one more and that is — dura- 
bility, Mr. I). L. Jones, of Xo. 22.)1 Washington 
Street (Hall's Block,) carries a line assortment 
of Trunks to choose from and the prices placed 
on the same are as low as can be named on arti- 
cles of similar merit. Travelling and hand 
bags, shawl straps, etc., are also largely dealt 
in, and as a specialty is made of trunk and bag 
repairing, those having old or damaged articles 
of the kuid would do well to give Mr. Jones a 
call. He is a native of Boston, and is connected 
with the Grand Army, having been a member 
of Co. E. of the 22d Massachusetts at a time 
when all was not '' quiet on the Potomac." Mr. 
Jones assumed control of his present undertaking 
in 1S87, succeeding Mr. S. Jackson who founded 
it some 27 years previous, Mr. Jones having 
been with him since 1S6.5. A line and complete 
stock IS carried, comprising, besides the goods 
already mentioned, a full selection of Hats, 
Caps, Gloves etc. The most approved styles of 
these articles are recived as soon as put on the 
market and the most fashionable headgear is 
quoted at prices within the means of all 



Hausinan & Cook, Successors to Haus- 
man Bros., Manufacturers and Dealers in Fine 
Confectionery, 2107 Washington Street. That 
there is an immense amouut of confectionery 
produced and sold in this city daily, all are 
aware, but not everybody is in a position 
to appreciate the improvement that has 
been made in the quality of the candies offered 
to the public within the past few years. Infe- 
rior goods are no longer in demand here in Bos- 
ton, for the consumers of confectionery have 
been taught to expect something better and 
hence insist upon being served with articles of 
standard merit. No doubt it is largely owing to 
their appreciation of this fact that the firm of 
Hausman & Cook, who succeeded flausraan 
Brothers owe their exceptional success, for al- 
though the store was only opened in 1SS7, a 
largo, thriving and rapidly increasing trade has 
already been established. The gentleman con- 
stituting this concern are natives of Cambridge 
and Boston respectively and are thoroughly ac- 
quainted with the various details of their busi- 
ness. The premises in use, are of the dimen- 
sions of 20x00 feet and comprise one lloor and a 
basement, employment being afforded to four 
efficient assistants. Fine confectionery of many 
kinds is manufactured and dealt in very exten- 
sively, and a well-equipped and largely patron- 
ized Ice-Cream Parlor is carried on in connec- 
tion with the enterprise. A specialty is made 
of supjjlying Churches and Families with the 
best ice cream. Orders delivered at residences 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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promptly and mail orders given special atten- 
tion. Hausman A Cook's Cream is always 
evenly frozen, delicately flavored and made of 
the best materials, and as it is oftered at very 
reasonable rates, it is no wonder that a very 
large business is done in this department alone. 



Sawyer's Highland Crockery House, No. 
2157 Washington Street. Everybody in the 
Highlands has heard of "Sawyer's Variety 
Store" under Hotel Adelphi, Xo. 2157 Washing- 
ton Street, and it would be strange indeed if 
they had not, for its proprietor is the origina- 
tor of the five and ten cent business in this sec- 
tion of the city, and like most originators, al- 
though he has many imitators he has no equals. 
Mr. William Sawyer is a native of Boston and a 
member of the Odd Fellows, becoming identified 
with his present enterprise in ISSO. The premises 
he occupies are of the dimensions of 20x70 feet 
and comprise one floor and a basement, the store 
having elegant plate glass show-windows and be- 
iugone of the finest in Roxbury. Large as it is, 
it is literally packed with a stock of goods so 
varied, and at the same time so useful, that 
while a mere catalogue of them would more 
than fill our remaining space, there is scarcely 
an article contained in it but what is indispen- 
sable to every well-regulated household. It is 
in the selection and purchase of goods that Mr. 
Sawyer's ability and experience tell, and a call 
at his establishment will show to what he owes 
the great success he has won. Crockery-ware 
is given special attention and dinner and tea 
sets in great variety are at hand to choose from 
at prices tliat cannot fail to please. Glass, Tin 
and Wooden Ware are also very largely handled 
and in the line of tin-ware alone, Mr. Sawyer's 
assortment would furnish a complete stock to 
the average variety store. Then he offers 
Lamps, chimneys and Burners, Fancy Goods of 
every description including Vases, China Cups 
and Saucers, China Mugs, Pocket Books, Birth- 
day and other cards, Dolls of every description, 
and hundred of other things that everybody 
wants and that everybody can purchase here at 
bottom prices. A magnificent and complete as- 
sortment of five and ten cent goods shows that 
Mr, Sawyer is better prepared than ever to 
meet all competition in this line, and in short 
his store is a place where it is safe to say genu- 
ine bargains and fair treatment are offered to 
all. He is also Justice of the Peace. 



E. B. Pratt, Proprietor of the Economy 
Butter and Egg Store, 22o2 Washington Street. 
Fresh Country Eggs, Choice Cream Cheese and 
Pure Milk. Like the man who "could eat crow 
but didn't hanker after it" the vast majority of 
civilized mankind doubtless could eat bread 
without butter, but it is safe to assume that ex- 
cepting in case of unusual hunger very few 
would " hanker after it," indeed the writer of 
this remembers that the chief deterring in- 
fluence that prevented him going west when a 
boy and fighting "Indians," was a considera- 
tion of the fact that butter would have to be 
left behind when the "plains" were reached, 
thus butter helped him to grow up well "bred" 
aud it is not surprising that an article consid- 
ered of so much importance, should give em- 

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ployraent to many hands in its production and 
sale. One of the most popular establishments 
handling butter at retail in the Highlands is 
that conducted by Mr. E. B. Pratt, at No. 2232 
Washington Street, and since this gentleman 
began operations in 18S7 he has built up a large 
patronage by the superior quality and low prices, 
which characterize this article as dealt in by 
him. He is a native of Mass. and well known, 
he employs an attentive assistant, who will de- 
liver goods promptly and correctly. Fresh milk 
and cheese are also among the pi-oducts in 
which he deals extensively. Patrons will find 
that he is always ready to advance their comfort 
and convenience by all practical means. 



Alfred H. Howe, dealer in Boots and 
Shoes, 2179 Washington Street. Custom work 
a specialty. The establishment conducted by 
Mr. A. H. Howe at No. 2179 Washington Street, 
is one of the handsomest in this section of the 
city wherein it is located, and its beauty is only 
increased by an application of the time-honored 
saying "handsome is that handsome does," for 
the goods and prices are enough to delight the 
heart of the most careful buyer. The spacious 
show windows are fairly crowded with foot 
wear of every description, and whether a pair 
of slippers or a pair of boots is wanted, shoes 
for streets or pumps for party wear, here is the 
place to get them and here is the place where 
a great many people do get them. Altogether an 
immense stock is carried considering that a 
purely retail business is done. One floor and 
a basement are occupied aud five assistants are 
employed, and all callers will have their wants 
attended to without annoying delay. All soods 
are guaranteed to be as represented. Mr. Howe 
is a native of Boston aud has been in business 
at his present place since 1871. He belongs to 
the Knights of Honor and is well known both 
in business aud social circles. 



A. M. Richardson, Groceries, Choice 
Teas, Coffees, etc., 1951 Washington Street, 
corner Woodbury, Boston. There are about as 
many theories as to the best way of doing bus- 
iness as there are people interested enough in 
the subject to talk about it, but after all, no 
improvement has been made on the good old- 
fashioned plan of giving every customer a fair 
equivalent for his money and treating him in 
a manner that renders it not only profitable but 
pleasant for him to come again. Such has been 
the method pursued by Mr. A. M. Richardson 
of 1951 Washington Street. He began opera- 
tions in 1884 as successor to Cobb & Co., who 
had occupied the premises since 1879, the dimen- 
sions of same being 20x60, with a large base- 
ment. Mr. Richardson is a native of Mass., 
and well known. His success has been pro- 
nounced and prominent enough to fully justify 
the pride he feels in his business. Groceries, 
teas, coffees, spices and flour are hauillod in 
both large and small quantities, the most pop- 
ular brands being in stock and sold either by 
the bag or barrel, at but a small mart; in above 
wholesale rates. Good service is guarmteed as 
Mr. Richardson employs four exjn rienced 
assistants. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Mrs. C. M. Hayes. Dealer in Fine Fruit ! W. J. Barta, Shirt Maker, and Dealer in 
and Conf.-ctionerv, il»; Dudley Street, opposite Gent's Furnishing Goods. 142 Dudley Street, 
Dudley Street Opera House. Fruit is generally Boston Highlands. The establishment con- 
either g -.od or bad for there is but little of it ducted by Mr. W. J. Barta at No. 142 Dudley 
that can be placed between these extremes. Street, is very popular with the gentlemen of 
Good fruit is bv no means hurtful to the health, this section for it is certainly known to every 
nor is it of necessity expensive, that is to say, young man residing in Roxbury, who desires 
provided it is bought in tlie right place, and by to dress correctly. Mr. Barta began opera- 
the way, we know of none better than that car- tions in bis present line of business it 1S78. 
Tied on by Mrs. C. M. Hayes, at 110 Dudley St. : One floor and a basement are occupied, 25 x 50 
The proprietress Mrs. Hayes was born in Boston, ' feet in size, and a stock is carried that is so ex- 
and is very well known and much esteemed by ' tensive and varied that no description of it is 
lier friends. Business has been carried on by possible in these colums. It comprises every 
Mrs. Haves at the above mentioned place since [ article generally handled by a first-class men's 
1882, and her methods of doing it have been outfitter, and the very latest styles and most ap- 
such as to have gained her the patronage of all proved fashions are always fully represented, 
lovers of fresh fruit and confectionery; fruits of j -^i"- B irta has made it a point, from the incep- 
all kinds in their seasons are largely dealt in, tion of his business, to let his customers know 
and rates are extremely low. One floor 20 x no ; just what they are buying, and all representa- 
feet is occupied and everything guaranteed as tions made by him or his assistants may be fully 



represented. 




John F. XevvtoH, Jr., Real Estate and 



depended upon. He keeps himself perfectly in- 
formed in regard to the usages of the best so- 
ciety as far as the costume and its accessories 
are concerned, and his advice in matters of 
dress will be found valuable and always in ac- 
cord with the dictates of refined taste. Que of 
the most important departments of the business 
is the making of fine shirts to order, as Mr. 
Barta is an experienced draughtsman in this 
line, and a very heavy patronage is enjoyed, 
as perfection of style and fit is guaranteed. 
Gloves, Fancy Hose, Underwear, and all the 
many articles required by gentlemen are ob- 
tainable here at moderate prices, and Toilet Ar- 
ticles, Perfumery, etc., are also largely dealt in. 
Employment is given to two eflicient assistants, 
and courteous attention is extended to every 
caller. The fine custom shirts which he is mau- 



Fire Insurance Agency, 5S Warren Street. The ufacturing to order, embrace Fine White Dress, 
influence of an active, enterprising and ener- 1 French Cambric, Penangs, and English Cheviot, 
getic agent in real estate operations cannot fail ; At short notice, and at lowest prices possible. 



to be beneficial in stimulating trade and calling 
attention to the natural advantages of a partic- 
ular section, and this influence has been exerted 
to a very considerable degree by Mr. John F. 
Newton. Jr., since he began operations in 1886. 
As many of our readers doubtless know, Mr. 
Newton is a native of Boston, and has a very 
large circle of friends throughout this vicinity. 
His office is located at No. 58 Warren street, 
and those wishing to buy, sell, exchange or rent 
real estate, will do well to give him an early 
call. He is prepared to assume the charge of 
estates on bclialf of non-resident owners, and 
only needs to be tried to furnish convincing evi- 
dence of his fitness for such duties. Those who 
have made use of his services in this capacity 
speak in the iiighest terms of his faithfulness 
and zeal, and all agree in ascribing to him a 
careful regard for the best interests of his cus- 
tomers. He has a number of valuable pieces 
of property to lease and for sale, which will 
suit all. Mr. Newton is also engaged in the 
insurance business, and acts as agent for the 
well known Hanover Fire Insurance company of 
New York. This company has a cash capital of 
l,O0:j,O:)0, and a net surplus of .$)40,903.()7, hav 



for the very best quality of goods and fine 
workmanship. 



Gleu L,aunclry. l'"'') ^^^ 162 Dudley Street, 
S. K. Poore, Proprietor. Widely known and 
largely patronized is the establishment known 
as the " Glen Laundry," of which Mr. S. K. 
Poore is the proprietor. Notwithstanding the 
competition there is in this branch of business, 
Mr. Poore has succeeded in establishing a large 
and enviable trade. His work has always proved 
satisfactory, both in the way it is performed 
and in the i)rices charged for same. The work- 
rooms are all equijiped with the latest and most 
approved appliances for carrying on the busi- 
ness, which is conducted mainly under Mr. 
Poore's personal supervision. All work is called 
for and delivereil at the shortest possible notice. 
Special attention is given to fine laces, embroi- 
deries, etc. ; dresses of the finest texture being 

Orders for 



laundried equal to new. Orders for carpet 
cleaning received, and promptly attended to. 
Mr. Poore, who is a native of Boston and well 
hig on the first of January, 1887, total assets j known, is fully competent to carry on the busi- 
amounting to $2,540,(374.95, Thus it will be seen | ness he has undertaken and so successfully con- 
that the ability of the Hanover to honor every j ducted for the past six years. He employes 
obligation is put beyond a doubt, aud that its seven eflicient assistants, and occupies at 160 
insul-ance is insurance that may safely be de- and 162 Dudley street one floor 30 x 50 feet in 
ponded upon. I dimensions. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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G. E. Gray, Photoorrapber, 1068 and 1070 
Tremont Street. Old and Faded Pictures Cop- 
ied and Enlarged. All work done by tbe In- 
staueous Process. Since tbe time tbat tbe great 
Fi-eucb artist discovered tbe art of dagiierreotyp- 
ing, pbotograpby bas been making rapid and 
continual advances, until today it occupies a 
position of commanding influence. Mr. G. E. 
Gray opened bis pbotograpbing studio at 1068 
and 1070 Tremont Street, in 1883, baving been 
previously located on Hanover Street for four 
years, and tbe popularity and success wbicb 
have attended bis subsequ^nc progress, speak 
most conclusively for bis skill as an artist, and 
tbe good taste of tbe people of tbis section of 
the city. Mr. Gray occupies at tbe above ad- 
dress three floors, each 20x60 feet in dimensions, 
where he is prepared to offer bis patrons tbe 
most satisfactory work in all branches of flue 
photography. All work is done by the Instan- 
taneous Process. Old and faded pictures copied 
and enlarged, and special attention given to 
life-size portraits, also to pictures of children. 
Three skilled and artistic assistants are con- 
stantly employed. Mr. Gray bas the contract 
for the photos for tbe entire baseball league. 
An examination of his work, and the testimony 
of his large circle of patrons, will confirm all be 
claims for his talents and workmanship. Mr. 
Gray has made many friends in our midst by 
his thorough and uniform courtesy and trained 
skill as an artist. 



Thomas Carey, Plumber, and dealer in 
Plumbing Material, .Jobbing done on the most 
reasonable terms. Contracts faithfully executed. 
No. 1186 Tremont Street. The Plumbing busi- 
ness is extensively carried on in tbis city, by 
Mr. Thomas F. Carey, whose business premises 
are located at No. 1186 Tremont St., and who is 
a practical and thorough workman in all kinds 
of sanitary, and house plumbing. He carries 
also a complete assortment of plumbers' supplies. 
Mr. Carey who has enjoyed a long experience, 
established himself at his present location in 
1880, and is regarded as a leading representative 
in his line of trade in this neighborhood. His 
successful and steadily increasing business ne- 
cessitates the employment of eight skilled work- 
men and every order is promptly and efiiciently 
attended to. Tbe favorable prices and tbe skill 
displayed in all work, combine to make this es- 
tablishment one in which tbe utmost confidence 
can be placed. Mr. Carey is a native of lioston, 
he is genial and affable in bis dealings with the 
public, and highly esteemed in this community 
as an energetic, enterprising business man, and 
worthy the confidence of all with whom be may 
be brought into business relations. 



G. A. & S. W. Brackett, Jobbing Masons, 
Whitening and Coloring a Specialty, Office, No. 
147 Dudley, corner Warren Street. Tbe average 
citizen may not have occasion for the service of 
a mason very often, but when be does want any 
work of this kind done, he finds it to his advan- 
tage to have it performed in a thorough man- 
ner, and as not every one who bangs out his 
shingle is competent and anxious to fill orders in 
a first-class manner we take pleasure in calling 
attention to a firm who are, G. A. & S. W. 



Brackett, located corner of Dudley and Warren 
streets, make a specialty of jobbing orders, and 
are fully prepared to attend to them at short no- 
tice and in an entirely satisfactory manner. 
The business experience of these gentlemen, 
having been of great length, enables them to be 
prepared to meet all emergencies that may arise, 
and avoid all unnecessary expense and annoy- 
ance to their patrons. Ten skilled workmen 
are employed, whitening and coloring are given 
special attention, and we can unreservedly re- 
commend this firm to all who may wish first- 
class masonry done. 



Canard Market, Provisions and Country 
Produce, Wholesale and Retail, by J. C. Kings- 
ley, 1060 Tremont Street. So old and historical 
a city as Boston has of course many business 
houses identified with it of long establishment 
and unblemished reputation, and among these 
is the house popularly known as the Cunard 
Mai-ket, located at 1060 Tremont Street. The 
inception of the enterprise alluded to occurred 
fifty years ago and has been under tbe manage- 
ment of Mr. J. C. Kingsley since 1877. An exten- 
sive wholesale and retail business is transacted 
in provisions and country produce of all kinds 
Tlie premises cover an area of 22x50 feet. Em- 
ployment being given to only capJible and ex- 
perienced assistants, and the entire establish- 
ment is conducted in a thoroughly systematic 
business manner. The position held by this 
house enables it to procure goods at the lowest 
rates and on tbe most favorable terms and these 
advantages are shared by its customers to the 
mutual benefit of both parties. Mr. Kingsley is 
a native of this city. He is a reliable and con- 
scientious business man, and these attributes 
have bad an important influence in extending 
his trade. 



C. E. Beane, Artist Photographer, 2228 
Washington St., corner Warren St. Of the 
many photographic establishments in the High- 
lands none have gained a reputation for more 
uniformly artistic and reliable work than has 
that conducted by Mr. C. E. Beane at 2228 
Washington St. cor. Warren, founded nearly 
a quarter of a century ago. It early established 
a high record for its productions. The premises 
occupied are a reception room 20x20 and an op- 
erating-room 15x20. As two courteous and ca- 
pable assistants are employed, all orders are 
assured prompt and satisfactory attention ; the 
various instruments and appliances in use are 
all of the latest and most improved design and 
construction and this fact, together with the 
experience and skill possessed by the proprietor 
and his assistants sufficiently explain the large 
patronage "enjoyed and tbe high artistic merit 
of tbe portraits made. All styles of pictures 
are made and while a good likeness is guar- 
anteed, the retouching or finishing as it is 
called, of the portrait is so skillfully done tbat 
the best points of tbe features are brought out, 
and an artistic picture and not a mere photo- 
graph is the result. He also makes a specialty of 
crayons, pastels, India and water-color portraits. 
The prices will be found very reason ible and 
the delivery prompt. 



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LEADING HUSINESS MEN. 



Koxbiiry Novelty Works, Manufactur- 
ers of Odd Furniture. Fancy Boxes, Small Bu- 
reaus, Book Cases, Cabinets, and anytliiu'' in 
wood, 1202 Harrison Avenue, between Uutlley 
and Warren Streets. Special atteniiou given 
to repairing; all kinds of Antique Furniture. 
Repairinu; ami PoiiBliing a Specialty. .Mr. O. J. 
Jordan, the manaf^er of this business, is a 
native of Maine, lie began business oO years 
ago, removing here in 1878. He now has a very 
extensive custom as his long experience enables 
him succes-sfully to undertake anything in that 
line of work from the making of a stool to fur- 
nishing an olHce. He not only makes all kinds 
of odd furniture to order — being a skilled cab- 
inet maker — but he gives special attention to 
repairing. Among the different articles which 
he manufactures to order we would mention 
window and door screens, mantel shelves, 
book-cases, desks, tables, stands, drawer cases, 
signs, sashes, patterns, models, whatnots, order 
and letter boxes, counters, shelves, cornices, 
frames for mirrors, etc The premises occu- 
pied are on the street lloor and thus customers 
have no stairs to climb. The location at 1202 
Harrison Av., between Dudley and Warren Sts., 
is very central and convenient. The shop oc- 
cupied is 20x50 feet in size and is well equipped 
with all necessary tools and appliances for the 
succosful co'nducting of the business. Two 
assistants are employed. The prices charged 
will be found very reasonable and the work 
guaranteed lirst-class. 

Miss E. 3IcDorinaiul, Dealer in Station- 
ery, Newspapers, Fancy Goods, Toys, Tobacco 
and Cigars, also Griffith's Laundry Agency, 
No. 2718 Washington Street, near Dale. The 
business carried on by Miss E. McDormand at 
2718 Washington Street, was established in 1S84, 
and the metliods of this lady have been so lib- 
eral as to have gained her the good will and pat- 
ronage of all residing in her vicinity. Her store 
which is of the dimensions of 20 x 50 feet, is 
stocked witii a well-selected assortment of toys, 
stationery, fancy goods, and also a full line of 
the finest cigars an<l tobacco. Her trade in this 
line has grown very largo, for .Miss McUormand 
has used every efYort to satisfy the demands of 
her customers. Toys of every description are 
constantly on hand, and a i)olite assistant Sf'rves 
customers who will find the price on everything 
offered for sale, as low ns the lowest. Daily 
and Sunday i)apers are delivered at residences, 
and orders are taken for Griffith's Steam I^aun- 
dry. 



Henry Towle & Co., Dealers in first class 
Provisions, Oakland Market, So. 2714 Washing- 
ton Street, Boston Highlands. The conditions 
attending the carrying on of a first class provis- 
ion store liave greatly cliangod of late years and 
these changes are too well known to require de- 
tailed mention here. The day when some din- 
gy cellar with cobweb-coveretl windows and 
appearance of dirt and neglect could be occu- 
pied by a house catering to respectable trade, 
has we are happy to say, gone by, and in its 
stead has come a time when neatness is not only 
appreciated, but even demanded, and wa may 
say that the establishment conducted by Mr. 
Henry Towle & Co., at No. 2711 Washington 



Street, is well worthy of careful study, by those 
who seek a model from wliich to copy. Mr. 
Towle founded his present business in 1882, and 
his success has been as prompt and decided, as 
his managt'ment has been liberal and far sighted. 
One floor and a b isement are occupied, 20 x 50 
feet ill dimensions, and beef, mutton, pork, 
iiams, and all kinds of fresh and salt meat are 
handled very largely. Two courteous and well- 
informed assistants are employed and all callers 
given early and polite attention. 

F. S. Gate, successor to Mrs. E. A. Peirce, 
Egleston Square News Depot and Circulating 
Library. :^107 Washington Street, Stationery, 
Cards, Toys and Confectionery; Daily, Weekly 
and Sunday papers delivered at Residences. 
The Egleston Square News Depot, so widely 
known for its honorable dealing and its prompt 
and polite attention to customeis, desires to call 
the public's attention to its fine line of station- 
ery aud choice confectionery. It also has a large 
and well-selected assortment of toys, cards, etc., 
in their season. All goods are as represented 
and the prices as low as to be found in Boston. 
The Wollaston Steam Laundry, which does an 
excellent style of work, his an agency here and 
all orders in this department will be promptly 
filled. It is also a public telephone office which 
gives it great prominence. Telephone No. 8707. 
The circulating library is constantly having 
new books added to it, which with its present 
number of volumes furnishes a larue variety of 
interesting reading. Articles are received for 
Lewando's French Dye House, the reputation 
of which is too well known to need further com- 
ment. Everything is first-class throughout and 
any new patrons who see fit to give us a call 
will receive the same courteous treatment as 
our former friends. 



Andrew Littig"* Dealer in all kinds of Beef, 
Mutton, Pork. Lard Hams, Poultry, Eggs, etc. 
.Vlso Fruit and Vegetables. No. 2 Pynchon St. 
Of the general business of Boston Highlands 
the meat and provision trade forms a very im- 
portant part; many enterprising houses are en- 
gaged in it. .\mong these we are pleased to 
mention, for the benefit of our readers in this 
section of the city, the house of Andrew Littig, 
located at No. 2 Pynchon street, Boston High- 
lands. He conducts one of the best retail meat 
and provision stores in this locality, which is 
fully supplied with a well-selected stock of first- 
class provisions. This house was established 
as a market thirty years ago, and has been un- 
der the control of .Mr. Littig since 1SS2, who 
was formerly at i:5o7 Tremont street for thirteen 
years. He has been succe>sful in conducting a 
large retail trade, which requires the assistance 
of four capable and reliable clerks. The store 
occupied covers an area of 20 x 50 feet, aud is 
well stocked with a huge assortment of meats, 
etc., embracing all kinds of beef, mutton, pork, 
lard, hams, poultry, egi;s, fruit and vegetables, 
while the prices are guaranteed to be entirely 
satisfactory to all who deal at this establish- 
ment. Mr. Littig is a native of Germany, and 
has established a reputation for fair and honor- 
able dealings, and we commend his house to 
our readers who desire first-class supplies in the 
above-mentioned lines. 



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197 




Frederick L. Rich, Bread and Pastry 
Baker, 170 Hampden Street. One of the best 
places in the vicinity in which it is located, to ob- 
tain good, wholesome biead, is tiio IJakery con- 
ducted by Frederick L. \Uch. an'l loc-ated at No. 
170 Hampden street. The business was in- 
augurated in 18S'5 by Mr. Eben Hoffman, but 
has never been more successfully man iged than 
since the present owner has taken control of it 
which lie did in 183"). One 11 )or 20x7ii feet in size 
is utilized, and all kind ot fancy cakes, pies. etc. 
are constantly on hand. Hot rolls morninor 
and night, which articles are made from only 
the finest flour. Mr. Rich has had a great ex- 
perience in his trade and gives his customers 
the advantage of it. His piices are as reason- 
able as can be found in any other establish- 
ment. Three competent assistants are given 
employment, and polite attention is extended 
to all who may patronize this popular establish- 
ment. 



and his busniess operations consist of the erec- 
tion of buildings, and all kinds of carpenter 
work. It is a matter of the greatest importance 
that buildings should be erected with care and 
of good materials, and those contemplating 
building of any description will promote their 
own interests by consulting with Mr. Fuller be- 
fore entering into contracts with other parties. 
Mr. Fuller is a native of this city and his long 
business career has gained him the reputation 
of being one of tlie most reliable builders in 
this section of Boston. 



C. C. Fuller, Carpenter and Builder, 21 
Blue Hill Avenue, Boston. No person has 
striven with greater zeal during the time since 
his establishment to bring to the front that 
branch of industry in which they labor, than 
has Mr. C. C. Fuller, and he has been rewarded, 
for today he occupies a leading position in the 
building trade of Roxbury. and has acquired a 
fame for the reliable and substantial manner 
in which he fulfills his contracts. This busi- 
ness was established by its present proprietor 
in 1841, who is a thoroughly reliable and prac- 
tical builder, and all work undertaken by him 
is accomplished under his personal supervision. 
The premises occupied by him are convenient- 
ly located at No. 21 Blue Hill avenue, and cover 
an area of 1.5 x 2o feet which is equipped with 
all the requisites necessary for wood- working 
of all kinds. Mr. Fuller gives employment to a 
number of skilled and experienced workmen. 



Mi.ss E. Babb, 229 Dudley Street, next to 
Church, dealer in School Utensils, Toys, Confec- 
tionery, Periodicals. Also Select Employment 
Agency. It is hard to find a satisfactory substi- 
tute for experience in the carrying on of any in- 
dustry or business establishmentin whicli any 
pronounced amount of competition is met with 
and although material ability may sometimes 
do much when experience alone is to be con- 
tended with, it is only when the two are com- 
bined that the best results can be attained. A 
fine eximplo of the truth of this statement is 
shown by the neat little establishment presided 
over by Miss Eliza Babb, at No. 229 Dudley 
Street. Miss Babb, who is a native of New 
Hampshire, but h.is resided all her life in Bos- 
ton, has devoted considerable time to the sup- 
ply of good help to families in need of such 
and has been successful without a doubt. She 
receives applicants for any kind of female 
help desired, and guarantees satisfaction. The 
hearts of all the children in the neighborhood 
are daily made happy by the supply of fresh 
confectionery which is to be obtained at the 
above-mentioned place. Toys and school sup- 
plies are largely dealt in and Miss Babb's en- 
deavor is to please all who patronize her. Ev- 
erything dealt in is of the best quality obtaina- 
ble and her prices are very low. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



DORCHKSTKR. 



Of all the suburban towns and cities which have been absorbed in Boston, as she 
has spread her encircling arms further and furtlier into the surrounding country, none 
have more strongly and notably retained their individuality than Dorchester. This 
has been the result of its long cherished memories and traditions which have seemed 
dear above most earthly things to the many old residents who still constitute the bulk 
of the people in the region, and not until many years have changed the peoi)le and 
their characters will the memory of their sepai-ate town-life be forgotten. The history 
of the town has been one of unusual interest even among the towns of New England 
and one of which its people may well be proud. It reaches back to the earliest days 
of this country, as Capt. John Smith of Virginia, first English settler, is known to 
have stopped here in 1614, and traded with the Neponsi-t Indians. He found, more- 
over, that the French traders had been here before him, this being a favorite spot 
with the natives, and when one of the first settlers was digging the cellar for his log 
cabin, in 1631, he found French coins, which were doubtless a relic of a trader's visit. 
Capt. Smith quarrelled with the Indians here and took French leave, and the place 
does not seem to have been visited again until 1621, when a military expedition, 
probably under the command of Miles Standish, and of which a good idea can be 
gained from Longfellow's celebrated poem, cnme hither from the Plymouth Colony, 
now about a year old. They, h.owever, soon departed and were followed in 1626 by 
the first regular settler, a gentleman by the name of Mr. David Thompson, who estab- 
lished himself on the island in the harbor now known by Ids name. He was the first 
recorded inhabitant of Boston Harbor, an<l carried on quite an extensive trading 
business with the Indians. A few other unknown wanderers settled in this vicinity 
before the arrival of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, under the leadership of John 
Winthrop, to which the real founding of the town must be ascribed. The Indians 
inhabiting this section were known ;is the "Neponsets," a branch of the great nation 
after which Massachusetts was named. At this time their chief was Clieckatabot, 
generally regarded as the most influential chieftain around the bay, so that his friend- 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DORCHESTER. 199 

ship was greatly sought and vahied. The deed of the region was obtained from him 
and his descendants. The Neponset tribe numbered at this time about one liundred 
men, which rapidly decreased, and after the death of Checkatabot, in 1633, it lost all 
unity and weight. They possessed large corn fields in the vicinity of Dorchester, 
which have long been cleared and cultivated, and which were a great advantage to the 
early settlers here. 

That portion of the Massachusetts Bay Colonists who settled at Dorchester, were 
among the most honored and influential of them all. Rev. Jolin White, was the 
original mover in obtaining the charter for the Massachusetts Colony, and no other 
beside Winthrop was more active or effective in getting together the company t» 
whom so much of New England's growth is due. Mr. White was the rector of Dor- 
chester, England, and organized the Salem company, which, under John Endicott,. 
settled that town in 1628. In the following year was organized a body known as the 
Dorchester Company, consisting of about sixty families, two ministers of the gospel, 
two government officials, and three military leaders, so that in size, character and 
means the settlers of Dorchester had few equals among the early colonists. They 
arrived here May 30, 1630, and landed on the south side of Dorchester Neck. They 
immediately settled to work and soon had one of the most thriving settlements on 
the coast. Among the leading men were the Rev. Mr. Maverick and Rev. Mr. 
Wareham, Messrs. Rossiter and Ludlow, government officers from London, Capt. 
John Mason, Capt. Richard Southcote, quarter-masters John Smith, Henry Wolcott, 
Thomas Ford, George Dyer, William Gaylord, William Rockwell and William 
Phelps. Isaac Stoughton, George Minot, Roger Clap, George Hall, Richard Collicott 
and Nathaniel Duncan were younger men who were very active in every line of work 

The center of the town was fixed at Allen's Plain, south of Old Harbor, and here 
the dwelling houses clustered about the meeting house and the fort, though the quiet 
attitude of the Indians rendered the latter unneeded. The first summer was attended 
by much sickness owing to scarcity of provisions, but the settlers soon conquered 
these difficulties in a large measure. They were said to have been the first settlers 
who set systematically to work at fishing, and in this were very successful. The 
town was divided into lots of from fifty to one hundred acres apiece. The Dorches- 
ter church was organized at Plymouth, Eng., before the company s liled, and was the 
oldest in the State, outside of the Pilgrim settlement at Plymouth. In all civil and 
military affairs, Dorchester for a long time took the lead in this vicinity. The right 
to use the name of Dorchester was conveyed in 1630, by the Court in London. Out 
of one hundred and eight freemen in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1630, twenty- 
four hailed from Dorchester. A visitor named Wood wrote in 1633 that "Dorchester 
is the greatest town in New England;" but its laurels wei*e soon contested. A great 
deal of attention was early given to fishing and commerce. The Dorchester Record 
Book goes back to 1632-33, and is the oldest in Massachusetts. In 1633, the govern- 
ment which had been in the hands of the church and freemen, was vested in the form 
of a town, being also the first of its kind here, and followed soon by all the other 
settlements. The first selectmen were Mr. Johnson, Mr. Pomeroy, Mr. Richards, 
John Pierce, George Hull, William Phelps and Thomas Ford. 



200 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DORCHESTER. 



'J'lie first meeting house in Dorchester and the colony was erected in 1631 at the 
corner of tlie present Pleasant and Cottage Streets. In 1633 a sign of business pro- 
gress is noted in tlie erection of a mill by Isaac Stoughton, and in 1634, a bridge 
over the Neponset was completed. The first general court of the colony met in 1634, 
Dorcliester being represented by Isaac Stoughton, \Vm. Phelps and George Hull. A 
burying ground was commenced in 1633. The tax for the whole colony for 1633 
was 6800, of which Dorchester paid the largest single amount, 880; Boston only fur- 
nishing $48. In 1633, a ship load of eighty persons and twelve kine arrived to 
increase the town at Dorchester. 

A large part of the first settlers of Dorchester vi^ere led, in 1636, to emigrate to 
the valley of the Connecticut rivci-, having heard of its fertile soil. Over sixty 
jiersons, atnong them Mr. Maverick and Mr. ^yarham, the minister, Mr. Ludlow 
and other leading men, went on this new expedition. But their places were taken by 
another company of about one hundred persons, under the leadership of the Rev. 
Richard Mather, who arrived from England in the same year. So the little settlement 
went on increasing steadily, despite loss and desertion. An interesting evidence of 
her advance is shown in the fact that a ship was built at Dorchester in 1642, one of the 
earliest in this country. In 1645, a sum of S235 was collected to build a new meeting 
liouse. The life of the town from now on through the century was that of the typi- 
cal New P^ngland in its infant stage and growth. One of Dorchester and Massachu- 
setts' leading citizens, Maj.-Gen. HumjDhrey Atherton, died here in 1661. In the fol- 
lowing year the town of Milton was set off from Dorchester. The unsettled slate of 
affairs in England in the last part of the ITth century, caused great anxiety here, 
wliich was however soon overpast. The first actual touch of Indian fighting at Dor- 
chester occurred in 1675, at the outbreak of King Philip's war when there was con- 
siderable bloodshed all around. Fourteen men enlisted for the war, of whom two 
were killed and two wounded in the final and decisive battle of the war in Rhode 
Island. 

The town was much interested in the witchery troubles in 1681, though it did not 
go so far as to disgrace itself by any actual executions. In 1695, a party under the 
leadership of the Rev. John Lord, left here and founded the town of Dorchester 
Soutli Carolina. The expedition was for a religious purpose, and is said to have been 
the first missionary company that ever left the shores of New England. By it was 
planted the first Congregational church in the south, as formerly Dorchester people 
had founded the first church in Connecticut. Those early Dorchesterites seem to 
have been great originators. An interesting movement, reminding one of the present 
century, was a religious association formed by the young men of Dorchester in 1697, 
at that time a unique and Tuarked step. Lt.-Gov. VVm. Stoughton, one of early Dor- 
chester's most able and distinguished men, died in 1701. His epitaph is one of the 
most beautiful and expressive of its kind ever written. Several earthquakes were 
felt here in 1727, it being a very remarkable year for natural phenomena, storms, etc. 
The year 1740 was remarkable for the visit of the Rev. George Whitefield, who made 
a great impression and did a great work for good. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DORCHESTER. 201 

The Avar of Independence first began to be thought of here in 1761, and no place 
was more enthusiastic in its endeavors and preparations. In 1771, the town drew up 
resolutions to the British government, vigorous and bold in 2:)lain statement of cold 
facts, and at the same time appointed a committee of correspondence, as follows : 
Capt. Lemuel Robinson, Capt. John Hemans, and Samuel How. At Lexington, Con- 
cord and Bunker Hill, it was nobly and largely represented, and the great critical 
movement of the seige of Boston was made here; March 16, 1776, the night expedi- 
tion passed through IJoxbury, and worked all night in the fortifications on Dorclsester 
Heights. Unable to destroy or attack it, the British troops were obliged to rapidly 
evacuate, Marcli 18, 1776, as the possession of this place left Boston at the jnercy of 
the Continental cannon. 

The census of the town was taken in 1776, when it was found to number 1550 
persons; 1515 white, and 35 negroes; number of families 291. The town offered 
large bounties for enlistment, and not only did seventy-nine soldiers go out from this 
town, but they even came from other towns to enlist on account of the large bounty- 
£5,343 were paid out by the town in one way and another to the soldiers, and their 
patriotism and generosity never grew cool throughout the whole struggle. Many dis" 
tinguished soldiers hailed from Dorchester, among them Col. Samuel Robinson, and 
Lt.-Col. Samuel Pierce. In 1780, £10,000 was raised by the town for the hiring of 
soldiers, more than was spent in all the other years of the war put together. Some 
fifty men or more went from this town in 1787 to aid in the suppression of Shay's re- 
bellion. The year 1801 was rendei-ed memorable by the occurrence of a duel, the 
only one recorded in the town, between a Mr. Miller and a Mr. Rand, over a love af- 
fair. The latter gentleman had first shot, but failed to hit. Then Mr. Miller wanted 
it decided without bloodshed but Mr. Rand would not consent and so was killed. As 
early as 1803, prominent citizens of Boston began to agitate the annexation of Dor- 
chester Neck to that city, and in spite of vigorous oj^jjosition on the part of Dorches- 
terites, a bill was passed by the Legislature granting it in 1804. In the following 
year the South bridge from Boston was comj^leted at a cost of $56,000. The old 
meeting house was so shattered by the severe gale of September, 1815, that a new 
one had to be built the following year. The town took an earnest and active interest 
in the war of 1812-15, and contributed a full quota of men and money. The popu- 
lation ke|)t on steadily increasing as follows : 

1790 1,722 1840 4,458 

1800 2,347 1846 6,500 

1810 2,930 1848 7,386 

1820 8,684 1850 7,968 

1830 4,064 1855 8,357 

The town has always taken great interest in educational matters, and one of its 

first public movements was the ordering of a tax to maintain a school in Dorchester. 

The Rev. Thos. Waterhouse was the first scho )l-master, atid the first building was 

erected at the corner of Pleasant and Cottage streets. G »v. Stougliton of D jrches- 

ter, left at his death in 1701, the sum of £150 to the scho '!s of Dorchester, which 

was carefully applied. The funds allotted to the schools by the town, increased 



202 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DORCHESTER. 



Steadily with its growth, being in ISOo, §1650; in 1806, 81906; iti 1807, 82,000; in 
1812, 82,700 ; in 1821, 82,377 ; in 1857, $23,622.98. Since tliat time the schools have 
steadily advanced with the times, and are now on a level with the best in the state. 
The town has always taken a great interest in Harvard, almost all its school teachers 
and leading professional men ha\ ing graduated there. Several hundred, among them 
some of Harvard's greatest men, have been graduates of that University. 

The union of Dorchester and Boston, in 1809, was one of the great eventful oc- 
'currences in its liistory. After discussion f<,>r many years and not without soa\e 
struggling, tlie act of union was pa>^sed by the Legislature in 1869, and this was ac- 
cepted by both places in January, 1870. Since that time the growth of the place has 

been rapid, though ab- 
sorbed in that of Boston. 
M It has come to be one of 
^,'^j3 tlie most popular and de- 
ightful district anywliere 
in the vicinity for residen- 
ces, and a great number 
of beautiful rurnl man- 
sions have been erected 
in recent years. The ac- 
'< cessibility of Dorchester, 
as well as its topical and 
scenic advantages, have 
contributed to this result. 
^g The main thoroughfares 
-i=-- through the district, are 

AN ELM HILL RESIDENCE. 

Washington, Bowdoin, Hancock and Boston streets, and Dorchester avenue. Com- 
mercial interests are very largely centered about these and off from them in every 
direction lead beautiful avenues lined by extensive, park-like grounds and charming 
villas. Savin Hill is one of the spots especially famed for its surpassing beauty, be- 
ing a lovely height, with commanding view of the water on three sides, and with its 
beauty of decoration and residences visible for miles around. Landscape gardening 
is an art much practiced, and unrivalled effects nnd triumphs in horticultural art are 
achieved. Elm avenue, near Grove II all, is noted for its fine residences. 

There are several fine j)arks in tlie Dorchester district, the best known being the 
old square on .Meeting House hill, which, although careful attention is given to its 
culture and adorning, still retains exquisite touches of anticpie charms. The old colo- 
nial days are brought to mind by historical memorial and the proud traditions of the 
town are tenderly revived and cherished. It is charmingly situated and in every re- 
spect a delightful spot. The soldiers' monument which has been erected here by the 
people of Dorchester to the memory of their honored dead, adds a touch of modern 
splendor to the old-time spot. The architect of the monument, was Mr. B. F. Dwight, 
and he has succeeded in producing an admirable and substantial effect, well in keeping 
with the red Gloucester granite of which the nionument is composed. It is after the 




HISTORICAL SKETCH OF DORCHESTER. 



203 



form of an obelisk, and including the pedestal, is thirty-one feet high, and eight feet 
square at the base. The names of the fallen heroes are inscribed in tablets on the 
pedestal. It was dedicated in September, 1869. Of other pleasant parks in this dis- 
Mct are, the square on the top of Mount Bowdoin, and the one at the corner of 
Church and Bowdoin streets, known as Eaton Square, both elegantly laid out. 




UPHAM'S CORNER (DORCHESTER), IX 1S8S. 

Upham's Corner is one of the most interesting spots in this old, yet progressive 
town. Nowhere else can be better seen that blending of the old and the new than 
here. About this spot the very earliest settlements were made, and it has always 
been a leading center of Dorchester, both in business and social life. The old bury 
ing-ground here contains tombstones with older inscriptions and dates than any other 
place in this country, with one possible exception in Virginia, can show. One can 
linger for hours in this old spot among the treasured memorials of the very earliest 
days of our country. Since the union with Boston, Upham's Corner has made great 
advances in the commercial and now contains a number of large and beautiful build- 
ings representing some of the leading houses in this vicinity. 

Grove Hall has gained a fame all through this country and others as occupying a 

unique and unrivalled position in the treatment and cure of a disease hitherto regard- 

1 ed as incurable. The originator and manager is Dr. Charles Cullis, and under his 

I able direction this institution, incoiporated in 1870, has grown steadily until it has 

L 



204 HISTORICAL SEETCU OF DORCHESTER. 

attained its present preeminence. It has relied entirely on voluntary contributions, 
and from tliis source a round 8600,000 have now been received, and nearly 2,000 
patients have received treatment. Tlie main building, known as tlie Consumptives' 
Ho ne, is a large and elegant mansion, capable of accommodating eighty patients- 
There are otlier buildings, including two liomes for children, one for those suffering 
from diseases of tlie spine, and a free chapel. When we remember that this great 
work was begnn entirely without funds, and that no solicitation for aid has ever been 
made, but what has come has been voluntary, no wonder that Dr. Cullis calls it 
"a work of faith," and believes in answer to prayer. The system which has been 
maintained since the beginning lias been that of the famous Orphan Asylum of 
Mliller, and it admits all poor persons sick with consumption, without home or friends, 
whether white or black, old or young, foreign or native. The success and fame of 
this noble work is no less an honor to Dorchester, than it is an unmeasured blessing to 
thousands suffering from this scourge of New England which has been combatted so 
unsuccessfully in the past. That it Avill continue to grow in prosperity is no less the 
desire than the assurance of all who have known it. 

Among the oldest and most influential churches in New England is the First 
Parish Unitarian Clinrch of Dorchester. It was organized May 20, 1G30, just pre- 
vious to the departure of the Dorchester settlers from Plymouth, and the first servi- 
ces were held in June, 1630, in the open air. The church has only had twelve 
successive ministers in more than 250 years. Among tlie most famous of these were 
the Rev. Richard Mather, who served 33 years, John Danforth, 48 years, Thaddeus 
Mason Harris, 43 years, and Samuel J. Barrows. The present structure was built in 
1866, and is one of the most interesting objects in the town. 

The second church of Dorchester was founded in 1808, with a membership of 64, 
and its size and influence have steadily increased since that time. In course of its 
eighty years it has hail but three pastors: John Codman, D.D., James IT. Means, 
D.D., and E. U. Packard, D.D. It has been a great power for good as the place has 
grown, and its influence has ever been on the right side, Dorchester is rich in char- 
itable works and institutions, among which is the Industrial School for Girls, a noble 
work founded in 1855. It is situated on Center street, and capable of maintaining 
al^out thirty girls annually. The annual expense is over $5,000, met by legacies and 
subscriptions. In every department of its life, religious, educational, commercial 
social and philanthropical, Dorchester is fully alive and widely active, giving num- 
erous evidences of being one of the most energetic sections in this lively city. Its 
popularity and adaptability for suburban residences must surely increase for a great 
many decades yet to come, and it will ever remain one of the most beautiful and 
healthful regions within the city bounds. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



DORCHESTER. 



H. G. Allbri{;-ht, Provision Dealer, Win- 
throp Hall, Upham's Corner. What may fairly 
be called the representative establishment of its 
kind of the section in which is located, is that 
of which Mr. H. G. Allbrisht is the proprietor, 
situated in Winthrop Hall building, Upham's 
Corner (see illustration on page 20:]). The in- 
ception of this well-known enterprise dates 
back a quarter of a century, for it was inaugu- 
rated in 1S53 by Wm. H. Park, jr. In 1870 the 
firm name became Park & .\llbright, and in 1877 
Mr. H. G. AUbright became sole proprietor. He 
is a native of Dorchester, and one of the best 
kno^yn business men in this section, being a 
member of the Odd Fellows, the Knights of 
Pythias, Ancient Order of United Workmen, 
and lioyal Arcanum. Mr. AUbright is a justice 
of the peace and is owner of the beautiful 
building in which his store is located. This 
was erected in 1885, and is a credit to its design- 
er and an ornament to the vicinity. It is a 
brick structure of the Venetian style of archi- 
tecture, and no expense was spared to render it 
a perfect edifice in detail of design and architec- 
tural finish. The upper part of the building 
contains several public halls, and the Winthrop 
hall, which is a most elegant hall for parties 
and receptions. It is equipped with a good 
sized stage, large enough for the use of scenery 
and Lbe staging of a play. A large stairway 
leads to the hall.land a good sized waiting-roora, 
clothes closet and toilet room, and also a ticket 
office, tend to convenience the arrangements 
for parties, entertainments, etc. The next floor 
contains the gallery of the theater, and waiting 
and smoking room. On the next is a lodge 



room handsomely furnished, iu which ten dif- 
ferent societies hold their meetings, and the 
floor has every convenience in the way of wait- 
ing rooms, toilet rooms, clothes closets, chil- 
dren's room, etc. The store is a model of per- 
fection. It has two large plate glass windows; 
the interior is finished in light hard wood, the 
ceiling being highly polished. In the center of 
the store are large marble tables for the hand- 
ling and cutting of meats. In the rear we find 
a large ice chest having a capacity for the stor- 
age of four tons of ice, and another large chest 
for the storage of corned beef, tongue, salt pork, 
etc., and the fish and oyster department, which 
is of large size and equipped with a spacious 
ice chest. Four wagons are used for the deliv- 
ery of eoods. A good-sized brick stable is also 
here, and a carriage house. The stable is 
equipped with four stalls, and has a good hay 
loft overhead. In the store, employment is giv- 
en to six efficient and courteous assistants. A 
large and select stock is carried, and those at 
at all familiar with Mr. AUbright's business 
methods need not to be told that it contains 
nothing but reliable goods, for much of the 
abundant suc'v>.s this gentleman has won, is 
due to the faci of his handling nothing that 
could not be conscientiously guaranteed. Anoth- 
er popular feature of the management is the 
celerity and accuracy with which orders ai-e 
filled and those sent either by telephone, or 
by other means, will receive the same prompt 
attention as though given in person. Mr. AU- 
bright quotes no fancy pi ices, but supplies tirot- 
class goods and prompt service at low rates, 
j giving full equivalent for every dollar taken. 



208 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



J. H. Uphani & Co., Upham's Corner, 
Dorchester, Office also at 21 South Market St., 
Boston. If some of tlie grocers, who did busi- 
ness in Boston fifty or so years a^^o. should re- 
turn to the city and note the changes that have 
occurred in some of tlie niethuds of carrying on 
trade, the chances are that they would bi) both 
astonished and displeased. We say displeased, 
because the old idea was, that business was so 
sober and serious an undertaking that even the 
appearance of frivolity or anything approaching 
it must be sedulously guarded against Hence 
their stores were gloomy and ill-lighted, dark 
and meagre in appointments and inconvenient 
and cramped in arrangement. Contrast with 
such a store, that occupied by Messrs. J. H. Up- 
ham & Co., at Upham's Corner. This firm, 
although one of the most progressive in tiie city, 
and quick to adopt any modern improvement, 
is concerned in the management of one of the 
oldest grocery enterprises in town, for the busi- 
ness was founded over tliree quarters of a cen- 
tury ago by Mr. Joseph Capen, who was suc- 
ceeded after many years of faithful service by 
Mr. Amos Upham, who in 1S43 admitted his 
son Mr. J. II. Upham (the present senior part- 
ner) to the firm, this latter gentleman having 
been brought up in the business and by that 
means, acquiring that perfect knowledge of its 
every detail for which he is noted. A little 
more than a score of years ago Mr. J. H. Upham 
became associated with Amos Upham jr. and 
Richard C. Humphrey and later De.xter Humph- 
rey and this co partnership continuing foi' six 
years and terminating with the death of Amos 
Upham jr. and Dexter Humphrey. As now 
constituted, the firm is made up of Messrs. J. H. 
Upham, J. F. Williams, who purchased the in- 
terest of Richard C. Humphrey, and Edward P. 
Upham, and was never better prepared to carry 
on operations to the entire satisfaction of all 
concerned. Every resident of Upham's Corner 
is of course familiar with the building recently 
completed for the use of this concern, and we 
will only say in regard to it, that no expense 
has been spared, either in its design or its ap- 
pointments to mike it the equal of any similar 
establishment in New England. It is illumin- 
ated both by gas and electricity, and is sutli- 
ciently spacious to accommodate even the enor- 
mous stock carried by this firm, without crowd- 
ing. As for the business- methods in vogue 
here, they speak for themselves. Xo enterprise 
could have attained and could retain the popu- 
larity accorded to this, were it not carried on 
in a liberal, fair and far-sighted manner, and no 
house in the city takes more pains in the filling 
of orders than tlie one under consideration. 
The articles on sale at this store are first-class 
in every particular and are sold at the lowest 
market rates on goods of similar character. 
Four teams are utilized in the delivery of orders 
and courteous attention is guaranteed to every 
caller. This is truly a representative enter- 
prise, and no account of the resources of Up- 
ham's Corner would be complete Avithout ex- 
tended mention of it. 



SEE ILLUSTRATION OF BUILD- 
ING OX PAGE 203. 



Charles A. Kutledge, Home Bakery, 755 
Dudley Street. In every large city the ques- 
tion of food supply assumes considerable im- 
portance, for where hundreds of thousands 
uf peojile are gathered together, an enormous 
amount of sustenance must daily be provided. 
The great bulk of this is uncooked of course, 
for each family does its own cooking to a 
greater or less extent; but one kind of food 
is being prepared at home less and less every 
year, as the facilities for its public production 
are gradually imjjroved upon. We refer to 
bread, and it is a well-known fact that bakeries 
are increasing, owing to the growing demand 
for the commodities they supply. Some of these 
establishments are unfortunately unworthy of 
patronage, and as good bread is a necessity, let 
us call attention to a i)lace where it may be ob- 
tained at the lowest market rates and of guar- 
anteed (quality. We refer to that carried on by 
Mr. Charles Rutledgo at No. 755 Dudley Street, 
and have no fear but that those who may give 
this store a trial will never regret having done 
so, for Mr. Rutledge handles only reliable goods, 
and the Bread, Cake and Pastry sold by him can 
not fail to suit. Ice Cream supplied by the 
quart or gallon; special attention given to large 
orders on which very favorable terms will be 
made. He is a native of Boston ami has been 
identifii-d with his present undertaking since 
18S5. Mr, Rutledge served in the navy during 
the Rebellion, and was with Farragut in the 
operations about Mobile He has many friends 
in Dorchester who wish him the abundant suc- 
cess he deserves. 



M. M. Gri.swold, Provisions, Meats, Poul- 
try, etc.. Fruits and Vegetables. 757 Dudley 
Street, Dorchester. Although many men com- 
plain that it is hard to get a living nowadays, 
we suspect that in most cases the fault is with 
them and not with the times, for there are 
abtindant instances on every side going to show 
that provided you thoroughly understand your 
business and are not afraid of work, you will 
find no difficulty in gaining a livelihood. As an 
example, suppose we call attention to the en- 
terprise conducted by Mr. M. M. Griswold at 
No. 757 Dudley Street. This was inaugurated 
in 188(3, in November, so that it is now not two 
years old, yet it has taken its place among the 
most thriving undertakings in this section, and 
its present large patronage is steadily increasing. 
Now Mr. Griswold did not win this success with- 
out effort, but on the contrary, worked hard to 
bring it about, and as he had a complete knowl- 
edge of his business, he knew what the public 
wanted and took pains to supply their wants. 
Mr. Griswold is also proprietor of a store in 
South Boston, and is a native of this city 
and a member of the Red Men and of the Roy- 
al Society of Good Fellows. He employs eight 
competent and courteous a.ssistants, aud han- 
dles Meats, Poultry, Provisi<ms, Fruits and Veg- 
etables very extensively, delivering all goods 
free, and quoting the lowest prices possible on 
first-class articles. His customers have learned 
that all representations made at his store can 
be strictly depended upon, and therefore they 
put the utmost confidence in the enterprise and 
recommend it to their friends. 



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constantly growing one, and they fully deserve 
the success they have already attained. 



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I. H. AUard, Livery and Boarding Stable, 
71 to 75 Hancock St. There's many a cure for 
disease not to be found in any apothecary 
store, and it raay be added that the same may 
be said of preventives of it. Fresh air, rapid 
motion, and the exhilaration attending driving 
are oftentimes raoi-e potent than any drugs in 
straightening a man out, and if more frequent 
use were made of them by our overworked busi- 
ness men, some of our physicians could safely 
take a holiday. We believe that people are be- 
ginning to appreciate this fact; and to guide 
such as may feel uncertain as to where they can 
secure a desirable team at a fair rate, we would 
suggest a visit to the establishment of Isaac H. 
AUard, located on Hancock Street. Mr. AUard 
is possessed of the means to assure his patrons 
the best of service in every respect. He takes 
a pride in furnishing such horses aud carriages 
as no one need feel ashamed of, and although 
he does not pretend to have a Maud S. in his 
stable, still he does strive to furnish good road- 
sters as well as stylish appoaring animals. The 
premises in use offer the best of accommoda- 
tions to horses, and the most intelligent care is 
promised. Reasonable rates are adhered to, 
and satisfaction is assured. 

Gould & Co., Dealers in Choice Family 
Groceries, 194 Washington Street, Corner Eldon. 
Among the many Grocery establishments car- 
ried on in this city, that conducted by Messrs. 
Gould & Co., at No. 194 Washington Street, Cor- 
ner Eldon, Dorchester District, deserves partic- 
ular mention, for in some respects this enter- 
prise has no parallel in the vicinity of Mount 
Bowdoin. The individual members of this firm 
are Mr. J. B. Gould and L. S. Grant, both natives 
of Massachusetts and thoroughly acquainted 
with every detail of their business. They began 
operations here in 188S, and have already suc- 
ceeded in establishing a thriving trade. They 
are dealers in Choice Family Groceries of all 
kinds, in which they offer inducements to pa- 
trons diificult to equal elsewhere. The stock 
carried is a very large one, and so far as variety 
and fineness of quality go, certainly leaves noth- 
ing to be desired. Messrs. Gould & Co. are 
very careful and experienced buyers, and as 
thej' enjoy the most favorable relations with 
the large wholesale importing houses and also 
with producers, they are enabled to offer stand- 
ard articles at positively the lowest market 
rates. Customers are always served with celer- 
ity and courtesy, and orders will be acted upon 
without delay and delivered accurately as di- 
rected. Messrs, Gould & Co.'s business is a 



Burke Brothers, Carpenters; Window 
Screens and Screen Doors made at short notice; 
all .Jobbing promptly attended to. No. 27 Han- 
cock Street, Upham's Corner. Upham's Corner, 
and in fact all the surrounding neighborhood, 
being a growing section of the city, there is a 
wide field presented for the operations of a com- 
petent firm of carpenters and builders, and this 
field is admirably occupied by the well-known 
and representative house of Burke Biothers. 
These gentlemen began operations in 1S82, the 
firm being made up of Messrs. W. E. & H. W. 
Burke, both of whom are natives of Nova Scotia, 
the former being connected with the Odd Fel- 
lows. The premises occupied are located at No. 
27 Hancock street, aud comprise two floors, em- 
ployment being given to twelve efficient assis- 
tants. A steam-engine of six horse-power is 
utilized to drive the machinery in use, and 
wood-working of various kinds is extensively 
carried on. Window and door screens being 
made to order at short notice, and jobbing of 
all descriptions given prompt and careful atten- 
tion. Messrs. Burke Brothers enjoy unsurpassed 
advantages in their line of business and are able 
to meet all competition, either as regards the 
character of the work turned out or the prices 
quoted on the same. They use reliable stock 
and employ competent help only, thus being 
able to guarantee their work in every respect. 
If any of our readers are thinking of building, 
they would do well to consult this firm, for any 
desired information will be cheerfully given, 
and contracts will be entered into for the prompt 
and satisfactory carrying out of building opera- 
tions of any kind. 

WiUiaui H. Purnell, Restaurant and Ice 
Cream, 98 Hancock Street, Upham's Corner. If 
one may judge from the scarcity of good Restau- 
rants and Ice Cream Parlors in this, and in fact 
in every other large American city, it is as difii- 
cult to run an establishment of this kind suc- 
cessfully as it is to keep a hotel, and those who 
have had experience know how few and far be- 
tween good hotels are. But when found they 
deserve, and generally receive liberal patronage, 
md this being as true of restaurants as of ho- 
tels, it is not surprising that Mr. W. H. Purnell 
has built up quite a business since he began 
operations in the latter jjart of 18ST, for he is 
an experienced caterer, and his Restaurant and 
Ice Cream Parlor is well worthy of appreciation 
and support. It is located on Hancock Street, 
Upham's Corner, and those who want excellent 
food, well cooked, promptly and neatly served 
at low rates (Table Boaid by the week at special 
rates) might go a great ways farther and fare 
a great deal worse. Mi*. Purnell is a native of 
Philadelphia, and is a member of the Free Ma- 
sons. He served during the Great Rebellion in 
the Burnside Expedition, and is, we believe, 
connected with the Grand Army. Employment 
is afforded to three assistants, and close person- 
al attention is given by Mr. Purnell to cater- 
ing for Parties, Weddings and other occasions. 
Church Fairs and Festivals supplied with Ice 
Cream of all flavors on very reasonable terras. 
The premises occupied measure 33 by 40 feet, 
aud are very conveniently arranged. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Geo. P. Brooks, Apothecary, 782 Dudley 
Street, Upliani's Corner, Boston. We have 
beard a firt-at deal of '• Mind Healinj;." "Chris- 
tian Scientists," "Cures without Medicine," 
etc., within the past year or so, but as we have 
not noticed an unusual number of failures in 
the Diujj business, it is to be presumed that the 
old-fashioned methods of treatment are not j'et 
entirely superseded. Some peoidc may be able 
to convince themselves that as, philosophically 
speakinjT, there is no such thini; as disease, 
they cannot be diseased in the least, and there- 
fore have only to Ihink tiieinselves cured to he 
cured: but the averaj;e man cares more for facts 
than lie does for names, and when he finds him- 
self losinj,^ strength or showing other signs of 
illness, he prcfeis being made to feel like him- 
self by the judicious use of medicines, rather 
than allowed to grow steadily worse on the 
theory that he has no business to feel ill at all. 
Consequently Drug stores are as much of a 
necessity as ever, an<l being a necessity and a 
great public convenience as well, we take pleas- 
ure in calling attention to one of the best man- 
aged establishments of the kind with which we 
are acquainted, that conducted bv Mr. Geo. P. 
Brooks at No. 782 Dudley Street, Upham's Cor- 
ner. The store is 2.") by 50 feet, and is one of 
the handsomest in New England. The floor is 
of French tiles, the woodwork of mahogany, 
and the elegant stained glass and French plate 
windows, the beautifully frescoed ceiling and 
the Tufft's soda fountain, all combine to make a 
very attractive store. One floor au'.l a basement 
are occupied, and a skillfully selected stock of 
Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., is constantly 
carried, together with such Toilet Articles and 
Fancy Goods as are usually found in a fiist- 
class City Drugstore. Mr. Brooks founded this 
undertaking in 18SI, and has built up a large 
trade by close and conscientious attention to 
business. He is a native of Salem, Mass., and 
is connected with the Koyal Arcanum. Em- 
ployment is given to two efficient and polite 
assistants, and all orders are promptly tilled, 
especial attention being paid to the compound- 
ing of physician's prescriptions, only the best 
and purest ingredients being used, and the 
prices put at the lowest figures consistent with 
a reliable service. 



Hciiry Stceg'Cr, Merchant Tailor, 778 Dud- 
ley Street, Upham's Corner. The art of dress- 
ing well is worthy the attention of every man, 
and it will be found that a neat and fashionable 
appearance may be presented at a comparative- 
ly small expense if one only goes to work in the 
right way to secure such a result. It is not the 
most pretentious establishments that offer the 
most advantages, and if a house is patronized 
that occupies a magnilicent store in an expen- 
sive part of the city, it is not surprising that the 
customer has to p;iy accordingly. On the other 
hand, where the expenses are comparatively 
small, the prices are apt to bo the same, and if 
you want proof of this. Just visit the establish- 
ment of which Mr. IFenry .Steeger is the propri- 
etor, located ot No. 77>* Dudley street, Upham's 
Corner, Dorchester District. Mr. Steeger has 
carried on his present establishment since 1884, 
and has had many years of experience as a 
practical tailor. He is a native of Germany, but 



has lived in this country for twenty years and 
is connected with the Knights of Pythias and 
the Ancient Order of Foresters. Mr. Steeger 
is prepared to furnish custom-made garments 
at sliort notice and at very reasonable rates. He 
employs about eight skilled assistants during 
the busy season and guarantees satisfaction in 
every respect — fit. trimmings, finish and gen- 
eral workmanship. Drop in and inspect his 
stock of Foreign and Domestic Fabrics, and de- 
pend upon it if you favor him with an order, 
you will have no reason to regret it. 



M. F. Farwell, Dealer in Dry Goods, Small 
Wares and Fancy Goods, No. 7G9 Dudley Street, 
Upham's Corner. Although not making any ex- 
tensive pretensions, still the establishment con- 
ducted by Mrs. M. F. Farwell at No. 7t>'.) Dudley 
street, Upham's Corner, is a decided public con- 
venience, and this view of the matter is taken 
after learning iho estimation in which the enter- 
prise is held by those residing in the vicinity of 
its location. The stock carried is surprisingly 
complete; consisting of dry goods, small wares 
and fancy goods in great variety. These articles 
are sold in accordance with the lowest market 
rates, and not the least gratifying feature of the 
management of the business, is the fact that 
everything sold is guaranteed to prove as repre- 
sented, every precaution being taken to handle 
none but reliable goods. Novelties of various 
kinds are to be found here as soon as they make 
their appearance in the market, and in short the 
proprietress exhibits enterprise as well as relia- 
bility in her business methods. Callers are as- 
sured prompt and polite attention, and orders 
sent by children or other messengers will be 
filled with as much care as though given in per- 
son. This establishment was opened nearly a 
score of years ago, and has from the inception, 
proved itself to be worthy of the most liberal 
support. 



J. F. Wood.s, Plumber, Hancock Street, 
Upham's Corner. It makes no dilference how 
healthful the situation of a house is, how freely 
exposed it is to light, air, etc., if its drainage 
and plumbing are defective the house is not fit 
to live in. No more fruitful source of disease 
exists than defective plumbing, and it is well 
that people are beginning to appreciate this fact, 
for it will result in incompetent men being 
driven out of the plumbing business. There are 
plenty of skilful and well-informed sanitary 
plumbers to be found now if thej' are looked for 
in the right plact^ and we feel confident that 
none are more thoroughly competent and care- 
ful in their dealings than is Mr. J. F. Woods, 
doing business on Hancock street, Upham's 
Corner. Mr. Woods has had an extended and 
a varied experience and understands his busi- 
ness perfectly in every detail. Although he 
employs skilled and pains-taking assistants, he 
does not depend entirely upon their reports of 
what has been done, etc., but makes it a rule to 
keep himself personally informed as to the pro- 
gress of any work of any importance which he 
has in hand. As a consequence, he is enabled 
to guarantee that his patrons shall be entirely 
satisfied, and his reputation for thorough and 
neat work is steadily and rapidly growing^ 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



Mr. Woods carries a sufficient stock of plumb- 
ers' materials, etc., to enable him to attend to 
all orders at short notice. Jobbing is made a 
specialty, and repairing of all descriptions is 
done after the most approved methods and at 
prices that are as low as can be quoted on first- 
class work. 




Daniel F. McCorniack, Horse Shoer, Cor. 
Hancock and Columbia Streets Ward 24. A 
horse is something more than a machine, and 
even if he were a machine, and a strong one too, 

he would be very 
apt to break down 
at times under the 
abuse to which he 
is subjected. Prob- 
ably more suffering 
and injury to horses 
are caused by de- 
fective shoeinpr 
than by any other 
one thing, and no 
horse owner can af- 
ford to let his ani- 
mal be shod by a 
man who is not 
thoroughly e x p e- 
rienced and compe- 
tent in every re- 
spect. Try it yourself. Put on a pair of shoes 
unfitted to your feet, too small or too large, or 
having nails that penetrate your skin. Go out 
on to the cobble stones and drag a carriage or 
a wagon after you and see whether you can 
stand it or not. Horses shoes should be a pro- 
tection ; in too many cases they are a positive 
injury. Hunt up a skilful horse-shoer, it is 
well worth your while, for it may save you the 
price of a valuable animal, to say nothing of 
the humanity which should make every man 
worthy of the name hate to see a dumb beast 
suffer. We can help you in your search for we 
can direct you to the corner of Hancock and 
Columbia streets, Ward 24, where you will find 
the establishment conducted by Mr. Daniel F. 
McCormack, it having come into his possession 
in 1881 after having been started by Mr. C. A. 
Wells in 1875. Mr. McCormack is a native of 
Prince Edwards Island and controls one of the 
best-appointed horse-shoeing and blacksmith 
shops in the city. It measures 100 x GO feet, 
contains four forges, and employment is given 
to six careful and efficient assistants. A large 
business is done, but orders are very promptly 
filled, and the charges made are very moderate. 
Horse-shoeing is given special attention, and 
the hoofs of each animal are carefully fitted. 

A. H. Copley, Pharamacist, No. 45 Han- 
cock Street, Upham's Corner. Upham's Corner 
is well known as one of the most beautiful sec- 
tions of the city, and its desirability for resi- 
dential purposes is greatly heightened by the 
fact of there being a number of first-class stores 
of various kinds, located where they are easily 
accessible to those living in this portion of the 
suburbs. Every prudent man of family, likes to 
have a first-class pharamacy within a short dis- 
tance of his home, for reasons that are too ob- 
vious to require mention. A few moments de- 

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lay in the procuring of a remedy may cause 
serious results, and even more grave conse- 
quences may ensue if drugs or medicines are 
procured of incompetent dealers. Therefore, 
the desirability of having a pharmacy, not only 
near but under proper management, and in this 
connection we may well mention the establish- 
ment conducted by Mr. A. H. Copley (who was 
formerly with T. Metcalf & Co.) at No. 45 Han- 
cock street, Upham's Corner, for its location is 
very convenient and no similar enterprise in the 
city is more carefully and conscientiously man- 
aged. The interests of customers are protected 
at all times, and those leaving physician's pre- 
scriptions here to be compounded, (a branch of 
the business to which Mr. Copley gives special 
attention) may depend upon their being filled 
with the utmost care and accuracy, and at most 
reasonable rates. A fine stock of drugs, medi- 
cines, etc., is carried, all needful facilities are at 
hand, and ample and efficient assistance is em- 
ployed. Fancy and toilet articles, cigars, etc., 
are very extensively dealt in, and in short, 
everything obtainable at a first-class pharmacy 
is to be had of Mr. Copley. 



Lewis Hall, Livery Stable, Boston, near 
Hamlet Street. Upham's Corner, It is being 
more clearly demonstrated every day that fresh 
air and plenty of it is one of the most powerful 
agents that can be found to assist in the main- 
tenance or the regaining of health, and that 
while drugs and medicines are all very well in 
their way, still they by no means possess the 
virtues that were long ascribed to them. No 




better way of regaining strength and vigor 
than to ride behind a good horse as much 
as possible. Tou get change of scene a-s 
well as pure air and agreeable occupation by so 
doing, and as a means of "getting up an appe- 
tite" driving is way ahead of all the "stomach 
bitters" that were ever concocted. Of course, 
however, you want a horse that don't make a 
practice of going to sleep on the road, and to 
be sure of getting a good animal as well as a 
stylish and comfortable vehicle, we should cer- 
tainly advise you to visit the establishment of 
Mr. Lewis Hall, located on Boston Street, near 
Hamlet, Upham's Corner. Mr. Hall not only 
knows a good horse when he sees it, but takes 
pains to supply his customers with such ani- 
mals every time. He can furnish a horse suita- 
able for any lady to drive that will get over the 
road in lively style without urging, and his 
carriages are of late pattern and are easy riding. 
Mr. Hall is very moderate in his chai ges, con- 
sidering the quality of the accommodations he 
supplies, and gives every order piompt and 
painstaking attention. His stable is one of the 
most popular in the Highlands, and tie charac- 
ter of his patronage is very high. 



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LEADING BUSINESS HEN. 




H. J. Burrows, Dealer in Fresh. Salt and ' 
Smoked Fish, Oysters, Lobstere, Clams, etc., 
759 Dudley Street, near Upham's Corner, Dor- 
chester. A really first-class fish market is one 

of the most use- 
ful establ i sli- 
fm e n t s which 
any community 
lean have loca- 
ted in its midst, 
for the demand for fish is a universal one, and 
all are interested in having it supplied in the 
proper manner. Mr. II. J. Burrows has won 
much commendation and built up a large and 
gro\sing business by the enterprise and energy , 
he has shown in catering to the wants of the 
public since he opened his present i-tore in May 
1887, at Xo. 759 Dudley St., and visitors will 
find that he carries a very complete stock of 
fresh, salt, smoked and pickled fish, and in fact i 
of sea fi)od of all kinds. Mr. Burrows was born 
in Leydeu, Mass., and is connected with both 
the Knights and Legion of Honor. He gives | 
close personal attention to his business and is 
always on the alert to improve the service to 
customers in one way or the other. The most 
improved facilities are at hand for the storing 
and preservation of the stock, and fresh sup- 
plies are received daily. Among the more im- 
portant fish handled may be mentioned: cod, 
haddock, halibut, bluefish, mackerel, salmon, 
whiteflsh, striped bass, shad, sword fish, smelt, ; 
perch, together with trout, pickerel, black bass ! 
and other game fish. In the way of salted fish 
should be mentioned pickled salmon, salmon 
trout, shad, mackerel and herring and oysteis; : 
clams and lobsters are also handled lai-gely and 
furnished at prices that will compare favorably 
with those quoted elsewhere. 

A. I>. Marcy, Druggist and Apothecary, 
453 Blue Hill Avenue, Grove Hall. It seems 
to us as if the responsibilities attaching to the 
business of the druggist were not properly ap- 
preciated by the general public, but a little 
thought will serve to show that those who pur- 
sue this branch of trade for a livelihood must 
have an opportunity to realize that eternal vigi- 
lance is the price of success. A single and ap- 
parently trivial error in the filling of an order 
may have serious consequences, and all our 
readers know that years of faithful service are 
seldom admitted in extenuation when such a 
mistake is made public. An establishment 
whose management may be truthfully character- 
zed as being both conservative and enterpris- 
ing is that conducted by A. D. Marcy at No. 453 
Blue Hill Avenue near Grove Hail, and we can 
assure our readers that they may rely upon re- 
ceiving uniform care and consideration when 
having dealings with this house. Mr. Marcy be- 
gan operations in 1885, and has already been 
honored with a full share of the patronage of 
the public. He employs courteous and efficient 
assistants, and carries a stock of Drugs, Medi- 
cines and Chemicals that is carefully selected, 
and is so complete in every detail as to warrant 
the assertion that Mr. Marcy has exceptional 
facilities for the filling of physicians' prescrip- 
tions. Such orders are promptly and accurate- 
ly filled, and no exorbitant rates are charged, 
either for Medicines or for Toilet and Fancy 
Goods of which a fine assortment is offered. 



W. A. Swan, Dealer in First-class Provis- 
ions, Choice Butter, Eggs and Produce, No. 455 
Blue Hill Avenue. No one can blame a man 
for wanting what belongs to him, and therefore 
no one can blame anybody for trying to find an 
est.'vblishment where all agreements made are 
steadily adhered to, and where honor and fair 
dealings prevail. We can render our readers 
efficient help in finding such an establishment, 
for these are precisely the kind of business 
methods that have given the store conducted 
by Mr. W. A. Swan at No. 455 Blue Hill Avenue 
its present popularity, and we feel convinced 
that they will be steadily continued. Mr. Swan 
was born in New York state and began opera- 
tions in his pi'esent field of usefulness in 1885. 
He occupies a store 25 x 45 feet in dimensions 
and carries as choice and varied a stock of pro- 
visions, etc., as anyone could wish to see, for it 
is all selected under Mr. Swan's personal super- 
vision, and will be found strictly first-class in 
every respect. Choice butter, eggs and produce 
are given special attention, and those who want 
"gilt edge" goods at moderate prices, should by 
all means give Mr. Swan an early call. He is 
prepared to give all orders prompt and accurate 
delivery, and we feel sure that none who may 
favor him with their patronage will have the 
least reason to regret it. Four polite and ex- 
perienced assistants are constantly employed, 
and the most minute detail of the business is 
most ably handled. Mr. Swan is a member of 
the Odd Fellows, Iron Hall and A. O. U. W. 



E. W. Jordan, Dealer in Fine Family Gro- 
ceries, Choice Butter, Cheese, Eggs and Produce, 
Kitchen Furnishing Goods, etc., etc.. No. 459 
Blue Hill Avenue. An enterprise that has been 
successfully carried on for the past three years, 
certainly deserves mention in our columns and 
as that conducted by Mr. E. W. Jordan at No. 
459 Blue Hill Avenue, Grove Hall, was foundea 
in 1885, it will be seen that it has pronounced 
claims upon our attention. Mr. Jordan is a 
native of Augusta, Maine, and of course is thor- 
oughly acquainted with every detail of the re- 
tail grocery trade, for even if he were entirely 
ignorant of the business when he began (which 
was not the case), he has had ample opportuni- 
ty to master it in every part. The premises util- 
ized are of the dimensions of 25 x 45 feet, and 
comprise one floor and a basement. We do not 
know the precise value of the stock carried by 
Mr. Jordan, but it must reach a high figure, for 
not only is the assortment on hand very exten- 
sive, but it is composed to a considerable degree 
of unusually choice articles. In fact, this store 
has a well-earned reputation in this vicinity for 
containing as desirable a selection of Fine Fam- 
ily Groceries as is to be found in this section, 
and we can assure the most fastidious of our 
readers that they can here find goods suited to 
their tastes. The prices quoted are remarkably 
low considering the uniformly, superior charac- 
ter of the commodities handled which consist 
of fine family groceries, choice butter, cheese, 
eggs and produce, and as employment is given 
to three active and obliging assistants, callers 
may depend upon receiving courteous treatment 
and having their orders promptly filled. A full 
line of garden tools, kitchen furnishing goods, 
tinware, etc., etc., is carried and supplied at 
low prices. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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Cor. Blue Hill A v. and Washington St. Guove Hall, Dorchester. 



E. Reynolds, Meats, Provisions, Ve^ela- 
bles, etc. Grove Hall is a very desirable section 
of the city to live in in more respects than one, 
and the genllemau whose card we print above 
has done his share toward addintr to its de- 
sirability, first by building a fine brick struct- 
ure containing: six commodious suits ior the 
the accommodation of tenants, and second 
by occupying a spacious and well appointed 
store in the building and furnishing the ch nic- 
est meats, provisions, vegetables, etc., at the 
lowest market rates. Mr. Reynolds is by no 
means new in this line of business, on the 
contrary he has been identified with it in Grove 
Hall ever since 1S71, and no business man in 
that section is better known or more highly 
esteemed. Of course, having been so long be- 
fore the public, Mr. Reynolds has built up a 
very large trade, which is constantly and rap- 
idly increasing, for his relations with producers 
and wholesalers are of the best and lie gives 
his customers the full benefit of the advantages 
he enjoys. A heavy and carefully selected 
stock is carried at all times and although the 
best class of trade is catered to, exorbitant 
prices are carefully avoided and the most 
economically disposed can trade here with 
profit and pleasure. A noteworthy feature of 
the management is the fact that misrepresen- 
tation is not allowed or practiced under any 
circumstances, and therefore purchasers know 
just what they are buying and are assured of 
receiving the full worth of their money in 
every case. Space forbids a description of the 
stock, and we will simply say that it comprises 
every article usually found in a first-class estab- 
lishment of this kind, and should be inspected 
by every careful buyer. 



E. S. Davis, Dealer in Hay, Grain, Coal, and 
Wood, 467 Blue Hill Ave., Grove Hall. In spite 
of the manifold and surprising uses to which 
steam has been put, and in spite of the numer- 
ous and ingenious devices in the shape of bicy- 
cles, tricycles, etc., that have been produced to 
enable people to travel about swiftly and safely 
without the aid of horse power, it still remains 
a fact that horses are becoming more and more 
important every day, and it is still true that 
modern business would be seriously interfered 
with and in some cases utterly ruined were the 
supply of horses to be suddenly cut off. Such 
indispensible animals deserve the greatest care 
and consideration, and in no way can these be 
more satisfactorily and humanely shown than 
by making it a point to see that your horse is 
fed on proper material and is given enough of 
it. Naturally it would be well for them if every 
dealer would handle only such products as are 
dealt in by Mr. E. S. Davis, located at No, 467 
Blue Hill avenue, Grove Hall. This gentleman 
carries a large stock of hay, grain, coal and 
wood, and strives to handle none but reliable 
goods. As his enterprise has been before the 
public since 1881, and his reputation is equal to 
the best, it is safe to conclude that he succeeds 
in his efforts. The store is 35 by 112 feet in di- 
mensions, and the stock on hand is very large 
and complete. Three assistants are employed 
and customers given immediate and polite at- 
tention. Mr. E. S. Davis is a native of Massa- 
chusetts, and is well known in social as well as 
well as business circles of this city, being a mem- 
ber of Grand Army Post No. 26, also of James 
Warren Comraandei-y of Knights Templar, Mt. 
Vernon Chapter, Roxbury Council, Washington 
Lodge. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



JAMAICA PLAIN. 



Xo suburban region of Boston has acquired a wider fame for its beauty of land- 
scape and of stately residences than that part of West Roxbury known as Jamaica 
Plain. Eai'ly recognized by observing and enterprising men of Boston as unrivalled 
for quiet and lovely homes, easily accessible to the city, its advantages have been- 
extended and improved .with generous foresight, until now its name is synonymous 
for the highest architectural and horticultural art as well as natural beauty of high 
order, and the value of its real estate has arisen to an extremely high figure, such as 
only the wealth of a great city can produce. The history of Jamaica Plain has been 
mostly quiet and uneventful, merged invisibly in that of the surrounding region, so 
that there is not much in this line for the historian to specify. 

When the first settlers betjan to know the region round about Boston well enough- 
to name it, this particular part was for some time called " Pond Plain " on account of 
its large and beautiful sheet of water. It formed the " end " of the town of Roxbury 
but was not so quickly settled as the region nearer the sea. About the year 1667 it 
was named, by whom it is unknown, by its present cognomen, in honor of the Island of 
Jamaica, in the West Indies, which was captured from the Spanish by Oliver Cromwell 
at this time. Tlie soil was unusually rich and fertile so that as the colony grew it 
came to demand a higher price and was mostly taken up by the richest men of Bos- 
ton and vicinity. T.'iis accounts for the fact that it has been more sparsely settled 
than any other place around Boston, and this has made it particularly adapted for 
large villas. The Warren and Loring estates are good examples of the old-time 
manors. Jamaica Plain shared in all the movements of the colonial and revolutionary 
periods as a part of Roxbury, so that its history is contained in that of the latter 
town. During the siege of Boston, the Plain was used as a camp by the Rhode 
Island forces under General Greene. 



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213 



When the town of West Roxbury was incorporated it became a part of it, and 
continued under its local government until it was annexed to Boston in 1873. At 
this time the valuation of West Roxbury was 822,148,600, of which Jamaica Plain 
furnished no small share. Jamaica Pond has several other uses than purely orna- 
mental. In 1795 a company of Boston men were incorporated as an aqueduct com- 




SQUARE OPP. DEPOT, JAMAICA PLAIN. 

pany to supply water for the city, and Jamaica Pond was selected as the source of 
supply. Modern science had not then enlightened the ways and means of such en- 
terprises, so that the pipes used in conveying the water from the pond to the city 
were made of pine logs. Though financially unsuccessful at first, the company was 
eventually put upon a paying basis, and about fifteen hundred city families were sup- 
plied. An improvement was introduced in 1820, in the shape of an iron main, ten 
inches in diameter, which was laid through the whole length of Treraont street to 
Bowdoin square. This served by largely increasing facilities of supply until about 
the middle of the century, when it became evident that the city would need a larger 
source than Jamaica. Lake Cochituate was then decided upon, and in 1851 the city 
paid the Jamaica company 1:45,000 for its property and franchise. Since the aque- 
duct business was removed, the only practical end which the Pond has served has 
been the production of ice, for which it is a favorite center in this vicinity. A large 
number of extensive store houses have been erected, especially on its southern side 
and an immense quantity is taken off and stored every year, making a considerable 



214 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF JAMAICA PLAIN. 

industry here during the winter and summer. But Jamaica Pond is even more famed 
as a skating-pond than for its water and ice. Great numbers from tlie city and 
suburbs flock here during the winter season and the Pond presents a beautiful and 
animated scene. There is also a famous drive around it wliich is considered one of 
the most beautiful sights of Boston. Many very costly and j)alatial residences are 
situated near and within sight of its shores. In summer also it is largely patri^nized 
for all sorts of aquatic sports, and in addition to the pleasure, rowing and sailing 
regattas are occasionally held. 

Ride where you will among the charming hills and vales, park-like avenues or 
country roads, you cannot find a spot which is not distinguished by some beauty. 
The place is surrounded by hills on all sides, forming a sheltered plain, which is 
always cooled by the breezes from the hills, yet always })rotected by them from the 
storms. 

It is safe to say that nowhere in this country lias the art of making beautiful 
homes and placing them in the loveliest environment reached a higher stage than in 
this charming suburb of Boston. Matthew Arnold, when he w:is last in this country, 
said that the Americans were lacking in the beautifying arts, such as architecture. 
Had he taken a drive through Jamaica Plain we are sure his criticism would have 
been modified. One great feature of Jamaica Plain is its extreme healthfulncss, it 
being shown on the best of authoritative statistics that the death rate for many years 
has been only one in one hundred, a remarkably low proportion. The s.dubriousness 
of the soil, the perfect facilities for water and drainage, the sheltered position and 
splendid location have become widely known and have aided no less than the natural 
beauty of the place in its great upbuilding. 

Among the prominent churches at Jamaica Plain Ave may mention the Central 
Congregational Church. This edifice, erected in 1872, is one of the most beautiful 
in the city, of substantial, yet graceful, Gothic style. The church was earliest known 
as the Mather Church, and hns exei'cised a wide and increasing activity in every line 
of good work. The First Congregation (Unitarian) Chuich in Jamaica Plain is one 
of the leaders in its denomination and in the best thought and work of Boston. It 
separated from the Second Church of Roxbury in 1770, and among its best-known 
pastors have been the Rev. Wm. Gordon, Rev. Thomas Gray, Rev. Grindall Rey- 
nolds, Rev. James W. Thompson, and Rev. Charles V. Dole. The Third Church is 
also well known for its great benevolence and wide sympathies in all departments of 
christian work. Most of the leading denominations are repi'esented here by strong 
and active societies. 

A noble institution, and one that is ably conducted is the Bussey Institute, near 
the Forest Hill station. This part of New England has always been especially in- 
terested in horticulture, and this institution is an embodiment of that interest. It 
was organized in 1870, and its large and beautiful buildi-ng of Roxbury pudding-stone 
was erected in the same year. It is 112 x 73 feet, three stories high, and elegantly 
finished off in Victoria Gothic style. It was established by bequest of Benjamin 
Bussey of Roxbury, and given by him to Harvard University, to found a department 
in agriculture and horticulture, in that great institution. In the main building are 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF JAMAICA PLAIN. 215 

the offices, the library devoted to books on agriculture and horticulture, recitation 
and collection rooms, laboratory, store rooms and conservatories. The cost of the 
main and outlying buildings, among which there are several greenhouses, was $62,000. 
James Arnold, of New Bedford, bequeathed $100,000 to the university in 1872, 
which was to establish a professorship of tree-culture, and an arboretum containing 
all trees which will grow in the open air here, in connection with the Busseylnsti 
tute. This arboretum now contains about one hundred and forty acres and is very 
carefully and thoroughly conducted, containing an immense variety of valuable and 
rare trees. It forms a most beautiful park, and one of the most unique things in the 
country, having no parallel this side the water. For those interested in tree culture 
it contains an immense source of pleasure and instruction. The Bussey estate con- 
taining .360 acres is now entirely owned by the university, and all the work in con- 
nection with this department is admirably carried on under the direction of the 
Dean, Professor Francis H. Storer. 

The West Roxbury Soldiers' Monument is another interesting feature of Jamaica 
Plain. It is placed at the corner of Center and South Streets, opposite Curtis' Hall 
formerly used for a town hall. It is thirty-four feet high, the shaft being of gray 
granite and the pedestal of dark Quincy stone. The whole is planned in the Gothic 
style, there being a pyramidal pedestal upon a broad square base supporting the 
figure of a soldier. On each of the four sides of the pedestal is an arch, over which 
are the names of Lincoln, Thomas, Andrew and Farragut, and within the vaulted 
chamber is a j^illar of Italian marble, on which are inscribed the names of the West 
Roxbui'y soldiers who were killed in the war. Military trophies are elegantly carved 
on the pinnacles at each corner of the monument. W. W. Lnmmis was the talented 
architect, and the monument is in many respects unique among the large number 
of commonplace designs for this purpose which are seen throughout the north. 
At the dedicatory services which took place Sept. 14, 1871, Rev. James Freeman 
Clarke delivered an address. 

Near the Bussey Institute is the Adams Nervine Hospital, a well-known scientific 
and benevolent institution. It was founded in 1877 by Seth \dams, of Boston, who 
gave to it 8600,000, and it was oi^ened in 1880. The estate cont lins twenty-four acres 
on which is situated a beautiful and commodious building capable of maintaining thirty 
I^atients. Its object is to furnish a place of retreat to residents of the state suffering 
from nervous exhaustion and debilitation, yet not insane, and has accomplished much 
good in its eight years of existence. 

For decades and centuries it is safe to say that Jamaica Plain will remain a favor- 
ite resoi't for Boston people and an unsurpassed region for surburban residence. Its 
position and occupancy at present render it impossible to be seriously impaired by 
the inroads of Boston's great commercial interests. All the local departments of 
education, charity and religion are genei-ously conducted. The business interests, 
though unostentatious, are thoroughly first-class, and everything about Jamaica Plain 
shows that it is almost entirely occupied by well-to-do and wealthy people. And it 
would not be possible to wish it any better destiny than to maintain its present 
admirable condition as a most beautiful place, pre-eminent for its model homes. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



JAMAICA PLAIN. 




Peoples' Cold I51ast Market. Tliomas 
Decatur, Dealer in First-Class Provisions, 
Jamaica j'laiii: Telephone STO"*. It is very 
close on to a third of a centtiry since the enter- 
prise eondiioteil hv Mr. Thomas Decatur was 
inaujrurated. au'l those familiar with the local- 
ity will a^roe with us in jj^ivinjj this the leadinjj; 
position amoii{:f similar undertakin<,'s in Jamaica 
Plain. liut somethintj i)e.si(les a<;o has, of 
course, been rtMiuired to i^ive the establishment 
in question it-; i)i-o'uinence. and tins has been 
afforded by tin) skilful and liberal m masemont 
that has[,ch:iraeteiized it from the firsr. .Nfr. 
Decatur was horn in New Hampshire, but may 
fairly be called a Massachusetts man, by adop- 
tion at least, for he has Ions' been closely and 
prominentlv identified with the advancement of 
the best interests of that })ortion of the Com- 
monwealth located in Jamaica IMain and vicin- 



ity. His name is intimately con- 
nected with the history of tlie 
Eoxbury Horse Guards, and away 
back in the early "sixties" Mr. 
Decatur was instrumental in or- 
•janizing more than than one com- 
pany to go to the front and battle 
ior the Union. He has occupied 
his present premises about five 
years, being the owner of the 
buildiug, the store measuring 60 
X 60 feet, faces on two streets, is 
three stories in height and has 
large plate glass windows and 
other modern improvements. Mr. 
Decatur's establishment is known 
as the "Peoples' Cold Blast Mar- 
ket," and is worthy of careful 
study, for it contains the latest 
and most scientific apparatus for 
the preservation of meats and 
other perishable commodities, 
having been fitted up without re- 
gard to expense. The famous 
cold blast system of refrigerators 
is utilized by him, and it is possible to attain 
almost any desired ilegree of temperature, and 
to provide perfect ventilation without the ad- 
mission of heated air. The meat-block is so 
arranged that waste portions drop through the 
lioor, and in fact uothiug is neglected to ensure 
neatness and serve the public perfectly. Both 
a wholesale and retail business is done, em- 
ployment being given to six assistants, who 
will be found efficient, willing and courteous. 
Orders by telephone No. S7(>5 will receive 
prompt and careful attention, and goods will be 
delivered at short notice. The quality of the 
goods sold at this market is two well known to 
call for extended comment. Suffice it to say, 
that the moats and provisions furnished here 
are strictly guaranteed, and that the prices are 
sucli as to make it a "['copies' Market" in fact 
as well as in name. 



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CIEAN 

our 



FEED 

DOOR 



Cyrus White & Co., House-furnisbincr Goods, Hardware, Plumbing, Furnaces, Ranges, 
Stoves, Drain Pipe and Gas Fitting. Patentee and Manufacturer of White's "Tropic" Fur- 
nace, White's Block, Centre Street, Jamaica Plain. The enterprise conducted by Messrs Cvrus 

White & Co., in White's 
Block, Centre Street, Ja- 
maica Plain, is truly a rep- 
resentative one, and has 
reached its present leading 
position after 22 years of 
active and faithful service. 
Business was begun in 1866 
in a small shop on the lot 
adjoining that occupied by 
the fine building now util- 
ized. ''White's Block" was 
erected by Mr. Cyrus White 
in 1872, and the pi-esent 
store first occupied during 
the same year, the business 
being carried on under the 
firm name of White & 
Mayo. The existing style 
was adopted about 14 years 
•go and the firm of Cyrus 
White & Co., is unques- 
tionably one of the best 
known of any in the trade. 
Mr. White is a native of 
Mattaijoisett, Mass., and is 
the patentee and manu- 
facturer of the celebrated 
White's "Tropic" Furnace. 
This furnace not only sup- 
plies an abundant amount 
of heat with a small ex- 
penditure of coal, but has 
also made it very "warm" 
for its comi^etitors, as it 
would be hard to find an 
apparatus of the kind that 
is at once so efficient and 
Bimple in its design and so 
thorough and durable in 
construction. This furnace 
is sold and put into work- 
ing order for a very rea- 
sonable sum and those 
who are dissatisfied with 
their present arrangements 
would do well to investi- 
gate the merits of the 
"Tropic." House-furnishing goods of various kinds are sold by the firm at bottom prices, 
and a fine assortment of ranges, stoves, etc., is kept in stock, the latest and most successful 
novelties being included within it. Gas fixtures, etc., are also dealt in largely and gas- 
fitting will be done in tbe best manner and at short notice, nine assistants being employed. 
Jobbing orders of all kinds are attended to promptly and skillfully. 




J". B. Moore, Dealer in First class Provis- 
ions, Centre Street, Jamaica Plain. The strict- 
ly first-class provision stores of Jamaica Plain 
are not so numerous a.s they might be, but still 
there are enough of them if they can but be 
found, to supply every customer, and one of the 
very best of them is that of which Mr. J. B. 
Moore is the proprietor located on Centre street. 
This establishment was founded December 18S"), 
and has steadily gained in popularity and pat- 
ronage until its present prosperous position 
was attained. A store is occupied measuring 
20 X i'y feet, and the stock carried is such as to 
go far to explain why people like to trade with i 
this house. Provisions of every description are! 



included in the stock handled such as meats, 
vegetables, fruits, also poultry and game in 
their seasons, which are supplied in quantities 
to suit customers. Employment is given to 
three assistants and every patron is given such 
prompt and polite attention that this of itself 
would go far to build up the popularity enjoyed. 
All of the various goods dealt in are fully war- 
ranted to prove as represeutefl, and while more 
attention is paiil to quality than to quantity, 
still the prices are always as low as the .state of 
the market will permit. Mr. .Moore is a native 
of Nova Scotia, well and favorably esteemed in 
this community. He is a member of the Odd 
Fellows, Good Templars and Legion of Honor. 



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Albert H. Eayrs & Co., Manufacturers 
of all kinds of Surgical Elastic Bandages, for 
the support of Varicose Veins. Weak Joints, 
etc., Jamaica Plain Station. That some dis- 
eases and many weaknesses are best cured and 
most surely relieved by mechanical rather than 
by medical means, is well known to every per- 
son of intelligence, and as it is of the highest 
importance that whatever mechanical appli- 
ances are used should be of the most approved 
design and most honest manufacture, we take 
pleasure in calling attention to the productions 
of Messrs. Albert H. Eayrs & Co., as the goods 
made by this house are of standard quality and 
are designed and constructed with the most 
advanced scientific principles. The firm began 
operations in 1872, and are located at Jamaica 
Plain, occupying finely fitted-up premises and 
doing an extensive wholesale and retail busi- 
ness. Mr. Eayrs is a native of Nashua, N. IL, 
and has made a life-study of the industry with 
which his name is connected. Surgical elastic 
bandages of every description are manufactured 
adapted to the snpport of varicose veins, 
sprains, weak joints, etc., and a noteworthy 
jioint in connection with these articles is the 
fact that they are made of the best materials 
obtainable, the finest imported rubber thread 
being used, and skilled and experienced labor 
employed. Thigh hose, knee hose, thigh 
pieces, knee caps, anklets, three-quarters hose, 
leggings, abdominal belts, suspensories, etc., 
are among the articles turned out, stout silk, 
fine silk, linen and cotton being used in their 
making. The firm take a just pride in the su- 
periority of their goods, guaranteeing their 
elastic hose to be of the very best quality and 
made of the freshest English rubber, combined 
with a warp of new unmixed, highest grade 
silk or cotton, as represented. There is elas- 
tic hose in the market, made of inferior or de- 
teriorated materials, but it is the most expen- 
sive to buy in the long run, and should be pur- 
chased by no sensible person. Elastic abdom- 
inal belts, for obesity, weakness, etc., and for 
use at any time when abdominal support is 
required, are dealt in extensively, and are so 
shaped as to combine entire effectiveness with 
perfect comfort, wristlets and armlets for weak 
or sprained wrists and for athletes' use are sup- 
plied at wholesale and retail, orders being given 
prompt attention. Special inducements are 
offered to phy.sicians, a liberal discount being 
allowed them, and any original ideas which they 
may wish carried into effect, will be given im- 
mediate and pains-taking attention. This is a 
representative house in many respects, and we 
can, and do heartily commend it to the atten- 
tion of our readers. 



Georg-e Sauer & Co., Upholsterers and 
Interior Decorators. 4 Gordon St., corner Elm 
St., Jamaica Plain. Furniture, Curtain, Shade, 
Mattress and Carpet Works. While there is 
much work about a house that a careful house- 
keeper can do herself or have done under her 
own directions in the way of cleaning and 
renovation there is also considerable that re- 
quires special facilities and experience to do 
successfully, and here is where the services of 
a competent upholsterer and interior decorator 
becomes of value. We are aware that there are 



some claiming to be practical upholsterers who 
are utterly unworthy of the name, but there 
are others who may be trusted to perform all 
the work allotted to them with fidelity and dis- 
cretion, and prominent among such are Messrs. 
George Sauer & Co., at Xo. 4 Gordon Street, 
Jamaica Plain. The individual members of this 
firm are Mr. George Sauer and Mr. A. Kret- 
schmar, both residents of Jamaica Plain. They 
established their business in 1S82, and for the 
past two years and a half have occupied their 
present premises, which cover an area of 35x60 
feet, and every facility is at hand to perform 
all the work which may be received, at short 
notice, and in the same thoroughly first-clasa 
manner that has ever characterized the opera- 
tions of this enterprise. Furniture will be 
made to order or repaired, curtains, shades, 
matress and carpet work of every description 
carefully attended to at very lowest rates con- 
sistent with satisfactory results. Three skilled 
assistants are employed and we can assure our 
readers that they will find it to their advan- 
tage to avail themselves of the inducements 
presented by Messrs. Sauer A Co., in the Up- 
holstery and interior Decorating line. 



J. W. Goodnow, Baker and Confectioner, 
Ices of every Variety a Specialty, 710 Centre 
Street. Jamaica Plain. Branch Stores, 80 Boyl- 
ston Street, Jamaica Plain, and 137 Warren 
Street, Boston Highlands. Twenty years is a 
long time to be sure, but even in twenty years 
there are very few who succeed in building up 
such a business in the baking and confeclionei'y 
line as is carried on by Mr. J. W. Goodnow, who 
began operations in 1868. The secrets of this 
gentleman's success are no secrets after all, for 
it is evident to the least observing that the rep- 
utation held by him has been honestly gained 
by hard and intelligent work, and that any one 
who can produce such uniformly superior goods 
and offer such complete accommodation to his 
customers, will achieve equal success. But this, 
of course, is not an easy thing to do, and Mr. 
Goodnow has no reason to anticipate his pres- 
ent claim to a leading position being seriously 
disputed. He is a native of Vermont, and is 
connected with the Free Masons, Odd Fellows 
and Knights of Honor, and is known (by repu- 
tation at least) to a large proportion of the resi- 
dents of this vicinity. Ilis main establishment 
is located at No. 710 Centre street, Jamacia 
Plain, but ho has one branch store No, 86 Boyl- 
ston street, in the same section of the city, and 
another at No. 137 Warren street, Boston High- 
lands. The Jamaica Plain store is 20 x 65 feet 
in dimensions, and gives employment to twenty- 
two assistants, offering at each store fresh and 
desirable goods at low prices. Bread, cake and 
pastry, fine confectionery fresh daily, (mad© on 
the premises) and all the articles handled by a 
first-class bakery can be purchased at any of 
these establishments at the lowest market rates 
and a specialty is made of ices of every variety, 
orders for which will be taken and the goods 
delivered with a guarantee of satisfaction, a 
specialty is made of catering for weddings, 
parties, etc. None but the choicest materials 
are used by Mr. Goodnow, and the high reputa- 
tion of his products for purity and excellence 
of flavor is richly and honestly deserved. 



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219 




a depth of forty-five feet, where will alwaj'S be 
found a heavy stock of meats, vegetables aud 
fruit, together with poultry aud game in their 
seasons. His prices are very moderate and all 
orders are promptly filled. * 



Charles H. Ifichols, Dealer in Hardware, 
Cutlery, Stoves, Ranges, Kitchen Furnishing 
Goods, etc., etc., 743 Centre Street, Jamaica 
Plain. Among the newly established but well 
patronized, and in short most truly popular 
Jamaica Plain establishments, due mention 
should be made of that of which Mr. C. H. 
Nichols is the proprietor, located on Centre 
street. At this store is to be found a very ex- 
tensive assortment of general hardware.cutlery, 
stoves, ranges and kitchen furnishing goods, to- 
gether with full lines of the goods usually sold 
in connection with the commodities included 
under this head; and if this assortment be ex- 
amined, itsquality learned and the prices named 
on the goods composing it noted, no further ex- 
planation of the large business done will be 
wanted by any reasonable person. Mr. Nichols 
thoroughly understands his business, having 
been engaged in similar lines for the past ten 
years, and therefore has a comprehensive idea 
of what is best suited to the wants of the class 
of customers to which he caters. He makes it 
an invariable rule to represent articles just as 
they really are, and as a consequence is not 
troubled by customers returning and demand- 
ing explanations. The most inexperienced buy- 
er can trade at this store with the certainty of 
getting the full worth of his money every time ; 
and under such a system of m mageraent it is 
gratifying to be able to state that the business 
done is rapidly and steadily increasing. 



William Rooney, Dealer in Boots and 
Shoes, New Block, Centre Street, Jamaica Plain. 
Massachusetts is well known to be the greatest 
shoe manufacturing State in the Union, and 
therefore if you can't buy shoes to advantage 
here, you can't anywhere. But even in the old 
Bay State you are by no means sure to get your 
money's worth when purchasing foot-wear, and 
therefore we take this opportunity of calling 
our readers' attention to an establishment where 
Boots and Shoes are largely dealt in, and where 
you may feel perfectly sure of square dealing 
and polite treatment. We refer to that carried 
on by Mr. William Rooney on Centre Street, in 
his new building jnst erected, and it only needs 
a visit to this handsome store to prove to the 
satisfaction of any unprejudiced person that 
what we say concerning it is fully justified by 
the facts. Boots and Shoes of every description 
are to be had at bottom prices, for Mr. Rooney 
is an experienced and careful buyer, and knows 
that it will best serve his own interests to give 
his patrons a fair share of the benefit he gains 
by close buying. His stock comprises goods of 
ail grades, as well as all sizes; but whatever 
grade is chosen, it is sold entirely on its merits, 
and no misrepresentation is ever practised. As 
for prices, those quoted by Mr. Rooney will 
stand the severest comparison with those of any 
other dealer, and if you give him an order once 
you will surely call again. 



D. Keezer, Provision Market, Wolsey Block, 
corner Green Street, Opposite Depot, .Jamaica 
Plain. One of the oldest established provision 
markets in this community is that conducted 
by Mr. D. Keezer, who now conducts business 
at the corner of Green street, (Wolsey Block) 
Jamaica Plain. Mr. Keezer has been in busi- 
ness for twenty-nine years and was formerly lo- 
cated on Centre street, and has occupied his 
present location since 1883. We can pay Mr. 
Keezer no higher compliment than to say that 
during the twenty-nine years his enterprise has 
been before tlie public, it has never been more 
skilfully managed and more truly popular than 
at present. Mr. Keezer's guiding principle 
seems to be. that people shall have what they 
pay for, and such of our readers as have had 
any experience in marketing, need not be told 
that this of itself would ensure the success of 
his enterprise, provided it is scrupulously car- 
ried out. Mr. Keezer strives as far as possible 
to make all customers permanent ones, by mak- 
ing it evident that fair treatment is assured to 
all. Employment is given to three reliable and 
experienced assistants. The premises comprise 
a store with a frontage of twenty-three feet and 



E. H. Fairbanks, Jeweler, Centre Street 
Jamaica Plain. Among the peculiarly attrac- 
tive stores located in this section we desire to 
call attention for a moment to that carried on 
by Mr. E. H. Fairbanks on Centre Street, who 
has been here for a quarter of a century, as we 
are convinced that an investigation into the ad- 
vantages offered to purchasers at this establish- 
ment will demonstrate the fact that they are 
both real and generous. To begin with, a stock 
is carried comprising all the latest novelties as 
well as a full assortment of staple articles, and 
it is therefore easy for the most fastidious pur- 
chaser to find something just suited to his or 
her tastes. Then the quality of the goods is 
unexceptionable, and the utmost confidence 
may be placed in every representation made by 
Mr. Fairbanks, as his reputation for the practic- 
ing of strictly honorable business methods is 
of^the highest character. Engagement Rings, 
Wedding Rings, Seal Rings, etc. — all these are 
shown in great variety, and the stock of ear- 
rings, bracelets, etc., is also worthy of careful 
inspection. All the leading Watches may be 
bought of Mr. Fairbanks, and some decided 
bargains are offered in this department. Re- 
pairing is done neatly, strongly, durably and 
cheaply, and both Watches and Jewelry will be 
put in order in the most satisfactory manner, 
and guaranteed to prove just as represented. 
Courteous attention is given to all and goods 
are cheerfully shown. 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



C. B. Kog"er.s, Druggist, 704 Centre St., Ja- 
maica Plain. Taking into consideration its ca- 
pacity for genuine usefulness, it may be truth- 
fully said Uiat no retail establishment is of more 
real impoi^ance to a community than a well- 
appointed and well managed pharmacy, and 
the residents of Jamaica I'lain an; to bo con- 
gratulated on having so worthy a representa- 
tive of this class of business enterprise as that 
conducted by Mr. C. B. Rogers, 704 Centre 
Street, which was established in 1870. A full 
and carefully selected stock of drugs, medi- 
cines and chemicals is carried in this store and 
every provision is made for the filling of orders 
with the promptness and accuracy so essential 
to the highest success in this line of business. 
Fancy and toilet articles, cigars, soda, etc., are 
dealt iu to a considerable extent, but particular 
attention is given to the prescription depart- 
ment, and no pains is spared to make this the 
most important branch of the trade. Every 
facility is at hand to assist in the measuring of 
the ingredients called for in the prescription 
presented, and every precaution is observed 
that will tend to reduce the liability to error 
to a minimum. The drugs and medicines 
are procured from the best-known whole- 
sale houses and other equally reliable sources, 
and in short, if any prescription fails in its 
eflfect, it will not be the fault of Mr. Rogers. 
Another gratifying and popular feature of the 
management is the low prices quoted on the 
goods handled. This holds good in the pre- 
scription department as well as in the sale of 
fancy articles, etc., and fair dealing is guar- 
anteed to every customer. 



B. E. Murray, Funeral Director, Hotel Gor- 
don, Depot Square, Jamaica Plain. From the 
very nature of things, those who commonly take 
charge of affairs at home, find themselves to- 
tally unable to manage in so perfect a manner 
as they desire, when affliction is upon the fami- 
ly and it becomes necessary to have a funeral 
and to attend to all the trying details which are 
connected with such a ceremony. This state 
of affairs has long been noticed of course, 
but it is only of comparatively late years 
that provision has been made to meet it, 
and to secure the good of all parties concerned 
by one person taking charge of every necessary 
arrangement. One of the best known, most ex- 
perienced and most careful funeral directors of 
which we have knowledge is Mr. B. E. Murray, 
whose rooms are located in Hotel Gordon block, 
Jamaica Plain. This gentleman fully appre- 
ciates the dignity and responsibility of his po- 
sition and having every facility at hand, is 
enabled to serve his customers with the utmost 
promptness and thoroughness. He is in a po- 
sition to furnish everything required if it is so 
wished — caskets, coffins, robes, carriages — in 
short, to take upon himself the responsibility 
which must else be borne by some member of the 
family or near friend. Those who remarked the 
manner in which Mr. Murray discharges his on- 
erous duties, speak in the highest terms con- 
cerning him, and we unreservedly recommend 
him to all wishing the service of a well-informed 
and thoroughly equipped funeral director. His 
charges are extremely reasonable and the char- 
acter of the articles provided is of standard 
quality. Telephone connections. 



Alan Biirke. House and Sign Painter, No. 
207 Green Street, near Washington, Jamaica 
Plain. It is always a safe rule to follow in the 
placing of orders for work of any description, to 
employ the best skilled labor you can get at a 
reasonable price, for although the job you want , 
done may not call for a great deal of skill, still : 
it is better to have it carried out by those who 
know too much rather than those who know too 
little and many annoying mistakes and delays 
would bo avoided were this rule more generally 
followed. It holds as good in painting as in 
any thing else, and hence we take pleasure in 
calling our readers' attention to the establish- 
ment conducted by Mr. Alan Burke, at No. 207 
Green street, Jamaica Plain, for we can assure 
them that while they may entrust the most 
difficult orders to Mr. Burke and depend upon 
having them filled as they should be. they may 
be equally sure that all due attention and care 
will be given by him to work of the simplest 
character. He started in business in Jamaica 
Plain about thirty years ago, and now occupies 
premises at the above named address, covering 
an area of 25 x .'30 feet, giving employment to 
eight experienced assistants. He manufactures 
an excellent Furniture Polish Renovator which 
he sells for twenty-five cents a bottle. Painting 
of all kinds especially house and sign will be 
done at short notice and at very moderate rates, 
and attention will be given to the durability of 
the work accomplished, as well as to its appear- 
ance, only the best materials l)eing used and the 
greatest care exercised in their application. 



T. W. llobiason, Harness maker and Car- 
riage Trimmer, Collars made a specialty and 
Trunks Repaired, 667 Centre Street, Jamaica 
Plain. Honestly-made articles are none too 
common nowadays, we are sorry to say, and 
even in the manufacture of such important 
commodities as harness, methods are prac- 
ticed by certain makers that cannot but affect 
their goods injuriously. To make a strong, 
light and durable harness the best of stock 
must be used, and as such stock costs money, 
unscrupulous parties employ inferior grades, 
and palm off dangerous productions on their 
customers as articles that are first-class in 
every respect. We say dangerous productions 
and mean just what we say, for no one at all 
acquainted with the tremendous strains brought 
on harness, will deny that the use. of poor 
stock may result in breakage and conse- 
quent loss of life and property. But happily 
there are honestly-made harness to be had 
at reasonable figures if they are looked for in 
the right place, and one of the best of these 
places is that conducted by Mr. T. W. Rob- 
inson on Centre Street. Visitors to this estab- 
lishment will find a choice selection of goods 
to choose from, not confined to harness alone 
but including horse-furnishings of various des- 
criptions. Mr. Robinson is prepared to make 
harness to order and to fully guarantee it as 
regards both strength and durability, .\lthough 
using uniformly reliable stock he does not put 
his prices away beyond the reach of common 
folks, but supplies a trustworthy article at a 
I most reasonable figure. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



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William Anderson, Boylston Cash Gro- 
cery Store, Flour, Sugar, Tea, Coffee, etc., Boyls- 
tou Street next to the Depot, Jamaica Plain. 
Everybody, at all acquainted with this locality, 
knows that Boylston station has increased won- 
derfully ill population in the last eight years or 
so, aiul if any proof of this fact was wanted, it 
might be found in the growth of some of the 
business enterprises catering to local trade. 
Take for instance the "Boylston cash grocery 
store," located on Boylston street next to the 
depot, and owned and managed by Mr. William 
Anderson. This enterprise was started some 
six years ago, and already the store has had to 
be enlarged three times in order to accommo- 
date the rapid increase of trade. It now meas- 
ures 25 X 65 feet and is elegantly and conven- 
iently fitted-up, containing an immense stock of 
choice staple and fancy family groceries, can- 
ned goods, flour, teas, coffees, sugar, etc., in 
fact everything in the grocery line and not a 
few things outside of it, for, as an examination 
of the long list on the back of Mr. Anderson's 
business cards will show, he handles sucli goods 
as shovels, spades, etc., as well as many others, 
a mere catalogue of which would more than ex- 
haust our space. Mr. Anderson is a native of 
Boston and is connected with the Ancient Order 
of United Workmen and the Grand Array. We 
do not wish to convey the idea that he owes his 
success entirely to location for this would be 
far from the truth. The fact is, that he saw the 
possibilities of his business and endeavored 
from the first to so treat his customers as to 
make them come again and bring their friends. 
Confining himself to strictly legitimate meth- 
ods, he has built up his own trade without seek- 
ing to destroy that of his competitors, and the 
result is to be seen in the standing he holds in 
the community. Employment is given to four 
competent assistants, and orders will be called 
for and goods delivered promptly in any part 
of Jamaica Plain. Nothing is sold under false 
representations, and while the goods are of uni- 
form and excellent quality, the prices will bear 
careful examination and comparison. 



Li. Ernst, Bread, Cake and Pastry Baker, 
and dealer in French and American Confection- 
ery, 175 Lamartiiie Street and 120 Green Street 
Jamaica Plain. On account of the localities in 
which his establishments are situated, it is 
obvious that Mr. L. Ernst, of Jamaica Plain, 
must handle only choice and desirable pro- 
ducts or otherwise his enterprise would meet 
with but meagre encouragement instead of the 
liberal and rapidly increasing patronage it act- 
ually receives. This gentleman founded his 
present business in 1881, and having not only a 
thorough knowledge of the baker's trade in gen- 
eral, but also a keen appreciation of the probable 
demands of the class to which he proposed to ca- 
ter in particular, it is not surprising that the re- 
sult has been the building up of a very extensive 
business. The premises utilized comprise two 
stores each covering an area of 20x-30 feet; 
one located at 175 Lamartine Street and the other 
at 120 Green Street, and employment is afforded 
to five men and three girls. Broad, cake and 
pastry are always to be had at these establish- 
ments, fresh, appetizing and carefully made, 



and in addition to the above-mentioned pro- 
ducts Mr. Ernst deals in French and American 
confectionery. He pays the strictest attention 
to the selection of the many materials he is 
called upon to use in the conduct of his busi- 
ness, and rejects all that are not fully up to the 
high standard he has established for his guid- 
ance. Customers may feel sure that the repu- 
tation already gained for uniformity and supe- 
riority of manufacture will be rigidly sustained. 
Mr. Ernst is a native of Germany and is very 
popular in his line of trade, and what is more, 
fully deserves the popularity he has attained. 



Charles H. McCaffrey, Plumbing and 

Gas Fitting, 88 Boylston St., Boylston Station, 
residence 35 Boylston Avenue. Those who 
have availed themselves of the services of Mr. 
Charles H. McCaffrey since he began operations 
in 1887, need not be told that he is both will- 
ing and competent to undertake plumbing and 
gas fitting work of every description or that his 
shop contains all the necessary facilities for 
the carrying on of repairing and similar work 
to the best advantage. Mr. McCaffrey is well- 
known throughout Jamaica Plain and vicinity. 
The premises occupied for business purposes 
are located at 88 Boylston Street, and covers an 
area of 15x25 feet. Employment is given to- 
efficient and reliable assistants and orders are 
attended to at remarkably short notice and 
executed in the most thorough and workman- 
like fashion. ^Ir. McCaffrey has given the 
subject of gas fitting and sanitary plumbing 
careful study, and has had years of practical 
experience in the arrangement and alteration 
of plumbing facilities. He is perfectly able to 
assume direction of such matters, and those 
who know how much the health of the occu- 
pants of a house depends upon the plumbing, 
drains, etc., being in perfect condition, will 
thank us for calling to their notice one who- 
guarantees satisfactory work, and whose record 
proves him to be deserving of everything. W© 
have written in his favor both as regards his. 
skill and reliability. 



E. G. W. Kraushaar, Pli.G., Apothe- 
cary, corner Boylston and Lamartine Streets, 
Boylston Station. It is of course convenient 
and desirable to have stores of all kinds within 
easy access of one's residence but it is partic- 
ularly useful to have a well-conducted phar- 
macy near at hand, for such a state of affairs- 
is not only convenient, but in some cases may be 
the means of saving life itself. Therefore the 
residents of Boylston Station and vicinity hare 
reason to congratulate themselves on the ex- 
istence of such an establishment as that car- 
ried on by E. (r. W. Kraushaar, Ph.G., at the 
corner of Boylston and Lamartine Streets, for 
this pharmacy is well appointed in every res- 
spect and what is still more essential, is conduct- 
ed by an educated, experienced, and in short 
thoroughly competent chemist. The store was 
opened in 1879 and has been carried on by 
a gentleman named Mclsaac, and afterward 
by Mr. Sprague, then by E. F. Morse, the pres- 
ent proprietor assuming control in 1884. He 
is a native of Germany and gives that close 
and painstaking attention to detail which 



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LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



makes his scientific couutryraen the acknowl- 
edged authorities on all medical subjects re- 
quiring profound research. The premises util- 
ized measure 15x40 feet and contain an exten- 
sive selection of drus;s, medicines, chemicals, 
etc. Fancy and toilet articles are also kept on 
hand and offered at low rates, their quality 
beitifj i^uaranteed. Kraushaar's .\lmond and 
Rose Cream is prepared at this pharmacy, and 
as its name implies, it is a soothinj;, healing 
and frat;rant compound for those afflicted by 
or liable to irritation of the skin, sunburn, 
chapped hands and face, etc. It is prompt 
and lasting in its eft'ects, and unlike many 
other preparations on the market, is very agree- 
to use. Especial attention is given by Mr. 
Krausharr to the compounding of physician's 
prescriptions and only the best and purest in- 
gredients are used in the filling of such orders 
which are put up without delay at very low 
rates. 



The Chicago Beef Market. Charles 
Burghard, Dealer in Provisions, Beef, Pork, Mut- 
ton, Lamb, Poultry, etc., 140 Green Street, oppo- 
site Depot, .Jamaica Plain. Chicago is becom- 
ing known as the great distributing centre of 
the wholesale beef trade, and the Chicago Beef 
Market of Jamaica Plain is also coming to the 
front as the representative meat and provision 
store of that locality. Its proprietor and man- 
ager, Mr. Charles Burghard, is a native of Ger- 
many, and those acquainted with the thoroutrh 
manner in which trades are learned in the 
Fatherland, need not be told that he is a master 
of his business in every department. Mr. 
Burghard is a member of the Royal Arcanum, 
and is extremely well known in this vicinity. 
The premises utilized by him are 30 x 50 feet in 
dimensions, and he carries a heavy stock of 
beef, pork, mutton, lamb, veal, poultry, pro- 
visions, etc., which he offers at the lowest mar- 
ket rates for goods of equal quality. All classes 
of purchasers can trade here with profit, for 
the assortment of goods comprises articles of 
all grades, and soup-stock and roasting pieces 
can be bought with equal facility. One thing 
that makes this market popular is the fact that 
all goods are warranted to prove as represented, 
and another thing is the pro:nptness with which 
callers are served, three efficient assistants be- 
ing employed. The store is centrally located at 
No. 140 Green street, opposite depot, and should 
you call there once you will call again. 



the avoiding of unnecessary expenses as though 
their own pDckets were concerned, while others 
will, as everybody knows pursue an exactly con- 
trary course. But the former class of men are 
quite easy to find in this vicinity, and one of 
the most popular of them is Mr. .J. P. Shaw, 
doing business at Xos. 102 and 164 Green street, 
.Jamaica Plain. He is a native of Maine and 
has conducted the business of carpenter and 
builder since 1870. When he began operations 
here, having been located here for fifteen years 
previously, and built up a very prosperous trade. 
The premises utilized at, the above named ad- 
dress, cover an are.i of 75 x 300 feet, and in addi- 
tion to the carpentering and building business 
whicli requires the employment of twenty to 
fifty experienced workmen, Mr. Shaw deals in 
builders' materials of all kinds, including lum- 
ber, lime, cemtMit, bricks, etc. We can recom- 
mend Mr. Shaw to all who wish to avail them- 
selves of the services of a strictly reliable car- 
penter and builder. 




J. P. Sbaw, Carpenter and Builder, and 
dealer in Building Materials of all kinds. Lum- 
ber, Lime, Cement and Bricks, Glass and Putty, 
No. 162 and 164 Green Street, Jamaica Plain. 
Although it is doubtless true that there is much 
more anxiety, care and trouble connected with 
building a house for one's self than at first 
thought would be supposed possible, still there 
is much to be said on the other side of the ques- 
tion and it is not to be disputed that many of 
the obstacles and vexations met with are due to 
the want of exercising the proper care in the 
selection of a builder to undertake the work. 
Some builders will consult customers interests 
invariably and use as much discrimination as to 



A. Papiueau, Hack, Boarding and Livery 
Stable Keej)er. (ireen Street, Jamaica Plain, 
near depot and Washington Street. There is 

not a better known 
establis h m ent in 
i||rr^^||^MM|^g£]S^ Jamaica Plain, than 
illl^^^H^^^^mHBlulA. that conducted by 
Mr. A. Papineau on 
Green Street, near 
depot and Wash- 
ington Street, for 
this gentlemen has 
(lone business in 
the vicinity men- 
tioned for a score 
of years, having in- 
augurated his enterprise in 1868. In Decem- 
ber, 1879. Mr. Paiineau removed to his present 
quarters which were built by him and which 
were fitted up exjjressly for the carrying on of 
his business to the best advantage. Some 
11,000 feet of laud is utilized and the building 
is three stories in height, the upper fioor being 
used as a h;dl for entertainments, etc. The 
proprietor was born in Canada, but passed 
nearly all his early life in Vermont, to which 
state the family of which he was a member, 
removed during the famous Canadian "Land- 
lord Rebellion." The Papineaus were very 
prominently identified with those opposing the 
landlord laws, and finally removed from a 
country where they could not remain with 
respect. Mr. Papineau gives employment to 
five men and boards about 30 horses at his 
spacious stables. His charges for boarding are 
very reasonable and the animals are assured 
the best of care at all times. Carriages will be 
furnished for weddings, funerals and other oc- 
casions at the shortest possible notice, and the 
drivers will be found to be careful and expe- 
rienced men who are both civil and attentive. 
Orders by telephone are given immediate at- 
tention, and particular credit should be given 
this establishment for the excellence of 
its livery service, speedy and stylish turnouts 
being supplied at any time and at prices as 
low as can be placed on such accommoda- 
tions. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN. 



223 



Frank Ganter & Co., Dealers in Provi- 
sions, Butter and Poultry; Manufacturers of 
Sausages, Smoked Hams, etc. , Boylston Station, 
Jamaica Plain, Mass. The important influence 
exerted by the food upon the health is becom- 
ing more and more generally recognized every 
day, and it may vrell be said that the poorest 
economy is that which tends to stint or cheapen 
the food supply. Mr. Frank Ganter of Boylston 
Station, Jamaica Plain, is one of the most 
active and entei-prising pi'ovision dealers to 
be found in this vicinity, and we can con- 
fidently assure our readers that they may place 
their orders with him and rely upon having 
them filled without delay and at the lowest 
market rates. Mr. Ganter and bis partner, 



Joseph Wittenauer, are both natives of Baden, 
Germany, and are members of the Royal Arca- 
num. Mr. Ganter established the present en- 
terprise in September, 1872. Mr. Wittenauer 
entered the firm in 1885. The store occupied 
is 22 X 70 feet in size, and the building was 
erected in 1887 by Mr. Ganter. It also contains 
another store, and up stairs are six commodious 
suits of six rooms and bath each. The store is 
one of the handsomest we have seen, and em- 
braces a very large and varied stock of Meats, 
Butter, Poultry and Provisions in genei-al. Mr. 
Ganter also manufactures Sausages, Smoked 
Hams, etc. There are six efficient and courteous 
assistants in attendance, and all callers will be 
served promptly and politely. 



HENRY LOVESY/— "RUSTIC WORK, 

Cor. Washington and East Concord Sts. (Under Station A.), Boston. 





Verandah or Croquet Chair, very pretty, Price |2 




Price, $3.25, S5.00 and $7-00. 
Very fine and roomy Vases. 



No. U. Wall Pocket, 
For lianging,agaiust the wall, Price, 75c. 



No. 7, Hanging Baskets, 
5 sizes, 75c. to $2. 



224 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



L. H. DALOZ, 



■eHn^ing nnii pgeing Ifid'HlilidiJiientt 



OB^ZEHIGE 



T'HWIWi 



^i:FrFTi 



IT sri 



iTijii^^a 




Dyk-Wokks, Coe. Dorchester Ave. & Jackson St., So. Boston. 



STEAM CLEANSING, SULPHUR CLEANSING, NAPHTHA CLEANSING, 
^ DRY CLEANSING. ^ 



Curtains, Draperies and BLankets cleansed during the summer, 

are stored free of charge. 



Dyeing black, in all wool garments, warranted not to crock. 

ONLY FIKST-CLASS WORK DONE, AND GUARANTEED. 



Letters and Parcels received and delivered at the Office Only. 



J- 
chapine: 



/^^ HANDS, O 

f/Biirn^, Halt Kliexinv^ 

and J.U Roughoesa of IheSkiti, use 

.1. il. ItV DEK'JS 

\^ Price 15 ct3. box, ^» ' 

'^ Q 2933 Wish'aSt., (^^-^ 



Immediate ittief for Clinpped Hands, Chil- 
blains. Salt Ttlieuni, Ruin*, llniises, Ciits, 
Sores and all lSoiisl»»«"ss of tlie Skin. 



Boston, Jan. 50, iSSS. 
Mr. 7. H. Ryder, Dear Sir:— ^ ^, j 

After liavinV tried all kinds of cures for Chapped 
Hands the past twelve year.s, we find your Chapine the 
^^.^t reinedv, and recoininend it a sure cure. 

Vours trulv. 
L W. .SHERMAN, Coniniissiih Merchant, in 

F< rei^n and Domestic Fruits and Produce, 

'^ 123 Clinton Street. 

JOHN H. RYDER, 

M.^MKACTl'KEK ANH 1 KOrHIETOK, 

No. 2938 Wiisliina:t()u Street, 

BOSTON, MASS. 

AT WHOLESALE UY 

WEEKS & POTTER, Wholesale Druggists. 



PRICE 15 CENTS PER BOX. 



EVERY BOX WARRANTED. 

eHAPINE is j;rowin^ in popularity every day because 
it has great curative propctie^, is nicely perfumed, 
-■ - is agreeable and pleasant to use. Have had orders 
for it from jMaine to (. alifoniia, and it has always given 
perfect satisfaction. , ^ ^ ,, 

It has been used for Salt Uheuni with good cftect. It 
lias excellent qualities for beautifving and purifying the 
Skin. If us< d occasionally will prevent the hands and 
licelrom Chappin<s Wnrfantedas rip- esented or money 
refunded. Made from a formula rt a first-class physician. 
Ask your Druri;ist for Chapine, and a. oept nothing else. 
If hedoes not keep it, .send direct to nie ; ^vIll mail it tree 
on receipt of price. 

Atrents wanted, to whom liberal inducements are otter- 
ed. Send for terms. Send two 2 cent stamps for a set of 
lithograph pictures of all the Presidents of the United 
States, and Sample Box of Chapine. 

Boston, Nov. iS, 1SS7. 
Mr. 7. H Ryder, Dear Sir:— 

Last winter my daughter had a very sore nose, caused 
fro... a Ion-, severe cold. She tried everything we could 
think of to heal it, but it seemed t . grow w-orse. 1- inally, 
1 procured a box of your Chapine, and the result was a 
speedy cure. I reco.nniend it to all as a most excellent 
Silve Yours Trnlv, 

" " Mrs. A. L. JENNISON, sS Codman Park, Roxbury. 



From a WateJiman oft lie Steamer ForestClty, 
(Cured in one IVisl**-) 

Boston, March 22, iSS*^. 
Mr Rvder, Dear Sir:— , . , , . 

For"a number .)f veurs I have s .iff. red with sore hands 
I 1 ave tried difleient nmedies an.l f-und them ot no use, 
until I tried Chapine, and in one »;>/;/'.-■ ii.'ung; l/iey were 

cured. „ , ,, 

Vours Respectfully, 
G. A. THOMPSON, Watchman Steamer Forest City 

BosTotf, Feb. J, iSSS. 
Mr. 7. H. Ryder, Dear Sir:— ■ u j 

My family fi-iveused your Chapine forChapped Hands, 
etc .and thi'V find it an eX' client remedy- 

TOHX COLQL'HOUN, Professional Nurse, 

•' ^ I Codman Park. 




DKAUKK IN AI.L KINDS OF 

HARD AND SOFT 




Office, 306 Tremont Street, 

BOSTON, - MASS. 

The people of Boston have had an excellent 
opportunity to realize the importance of Coal, 
as a factor" in the domestic economy ot everv 
dav life, during the past few months, for 
wliat with labor troubles of one kind or the 
other, it looked for a spell as if we would 
have to return to the '■good old fashion 
of burning nothing but wood, and be frozen 
out of our own houses in consequence But 
the crisis has happilv passed and it is now- 
possible to get a month's supply of coal 
without having to pay a week's salary for it, 
still the price is bv no means so low as to 
encoura-e buvers to' run any chance of being 
jjiven short "weight, or of being imposed 
upon in anv other way, and as the only way 
to assure a'gainst imposition, is to patronize 
a reputable house, we take pleasure in calling 
attention to the ad^'^^nt^^Se'; otlerc-cl hv that 
conducted bv Mr W. H. P. ROBBINS at 
No 3o6Trem nt Street, for this enterprise has 
been carried on for many years, and has proved 
itself to he as reliable as any in the city. Mr. 
RoBBiNS. handles all the Standard \ arieties 
of Coal, and is prepared to fill orders without 
delay .and at lK>ttom prices. Hard and Sott 
Wo6d mav also be bought of him in quantities 
to suit, and will be sawed and split as ordered 
by the purchaser. Employment is -iven to 8 
ha ds and every necessary facility is available. 






MIUIONS INVESTED WITHOUT LOSS. 



Kaiisas HiveslinGijl Umm, 

OF TOPEKA, KANSAS. 



Qasf? <^apital a^d SurpliJ5, J6oo,ooo 

(iuarar>t<^<^, - - - - - I,loo,ooo 



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7 PER CENT. KANSAS MOKTGAUES 

PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST BUARANTEED AND PAYABLE IN GOLD. 

6 PER GT. GOLD DEBENTURE BONDS 

Interest Payable Quarterly. 

These Bonds are secured by First Mortgages and are ABSO- 
LUTELY SAFE. 



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our new pamphlet, just out. 

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